Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav on Monday inaugurated the MP Tech Growth Conclave 3.0 in Bhopal, outlining the state government's vision to transform Madhya Pradesh into a leading technology and innovation hub. The event brought together industry leaders, global investors, policymakers and academic institutions to explore investment opportunities in emerging technology sectors.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said the conclave is expected to attract ₹40,000 crore in investments and generate nearly 35,000 employment opportunities through a series of investment proposals, partnerships and technology-driven initiatives.

Focus on Emerging Technologies

Dr. Yadav said the state is rapidly expanding beyond its traditional agricultural identity and is now emerging as a destination for advanced manufacturing and high-technology industries.

He highlighted that the four-day conclave will host 51 technology-focused activities, aimed at promoting investment in Global Capability Centres (GCCs), semiconductor manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI), data centres and digital infrastructure.

According to the Chief Minister, these initiatives will play a key role in positioning Madhya Pradesh as one of India's major technology destinations.

IT Infrastructure Expansion Announced

The state government also unveiled plans to strengthen IT infrastructure across major cities.

A new IT Park will be developed on Indore's Super Corridor, offering plug-and-play infrastructure to enable companies to begin operations without additional setup requirements.

In Bhopal, the existing IT Park will be expanded with a new four lakh square feet facility designed for digital and technology companies.

Additionally, another IT Park will be established on Kolar Road over five acres of land, providing office space for IT and digital businesses while creating fresh employment opportunities for local youth.

Investment Momentum Continues

The Chief Minister said Madhya Pradesh has been witnessing growing investor confidence in the technology sector.

Referring to his visit to Barcelona last year, he said companies from Spain, the United States and Canada have already invested ₹228 crore in the state following discussions held during the visit.

He also noted that an agreement signed in 2025 for setting up a 1 GW AI Data Centre has moved forward, with representatives of the concerned company now participating in the Bhopal conclave.

Industry and Academia Join Hands

The conclave features participation from several domestic and international companies, including CtrlS Datacenters, Kaynes Technologies, Fujiyama Power and Nyobolt Limited, which are expected to discuss future investment and collaboration opportunities in the state.

Leading academic institutions such as IIM Indore and IISER are also participating, with discussions focusing on research, innovation, skill development and stronger industry-academia collaboration.

Building on Previous Editions

Officials said the first two editions of the MP Tech Growth Conclave attracted significant investment commitments.

According to the state government, the inaugural edition secured investment proposals worth over ₹20,000 crore, creating around 75,000 employment opportunities, while the second edition attracted investments exceeding ₹12,000 crore, leading to nearly 48,000 jobs.

With its third edition, the government aims to accelerate investment in high-tech sectors and strengthen Madhya Pradesh's position as a preferred destination for technology-driven industries.