The Government of Gujarat on Thursday, 22 October 2026, held an investment roadshow in Jaipur to attract Rajasthan's business community ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS) 2027, scheduled for 10–12 January at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar. The event brought together industrialists, traders and business representatives from across Rajasthan, offering a platform to explore investment opportunities and cross-border partnerships between the two neighbouring states.

What the Roadshow Covered

Gujarat Minister of State Kunvarjibhai Bavaliya, who holds the portfolios of Labour, Skill Development and Employment and Rural Development, led the Gujarat delegation. One-on-one meetings were held with industry representatives, spotlighting the state's business-friendly policies, infrastructure, industrial ecosystem and government support for investors. Bavaliya opened his address with the Rajasthani greeting 'Khamma Ghani', describing it as 'a message of friendship from Gujarat to Rajasthan.'

Key Sectors Identified for Collaboration

Minister Bavaliya highlighted several high-priority areas where the two states can build complementary strengths. On semiconductors, he noted that six of the 12 projects approved under the India Semiconductor Mission are located in Gujarat — describing it as 'not just about chips, but an entire ecosystem' with opportunities for Rajasthan's enterprises. Under the Viksit Gujarat Industrial Policy 2026, the state is focused on semiconductors, electronics, global capability centres (GCCs), artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing.

On traditional industries, Bavaliya drew direct links: Jaipur's gem industry alongside Surat's diamond processing and lab-grown diamonds; Rajasthan's wool, weaving and apparel capabilities combined with Gujarat's leadership in fibre, fabric and technical textiles. He also pointed to potential in renewable energy, suggesting that Rajasthan's solar energy leadership and Gujarat's Khavda Renewable Energy Park could together open doors in clean energy manufacturing, green hydrogen and green ammonia.

Infrastructure and Logistics Advantage

Bavaliya underscored Gujarat's role as 'India's export gateway', arguing that its ports and logistics network provide Rajasthan's manufacturing sector a direct route to global markets. He also cited the Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), which runs through both states, as a shared economic artery linking manufacturing hubs, logistics parks and export gateways. The Dholera Special Investment Region was specifically highlighted as a destination for high-tech industries within this corridor.

Employment, MSMEs and Youth Opportunity

As Labour and Skills Minister, Bavaliya drew a direct line between large-scale investment and grassroots economic benefit. 'Large investments create supplier networks; supplier networks create opportunities for MSMEs, and MSMEs become the engine of employment and inclusive growth,' he said. He added that Gujarat is investing in skills, research and industry-academia collaboration to prepare young people 'not just for jobs, but for leadership in the industries of the future.' He described the potential partnership as one capable of creating 'immense opportunities for the country's youth' by building jobs, driving innovation, strengthening MSMEs and creating world-class value chains.

What Comes Next

The roadshow is one of several pre-summit outreach events ahead of VGGS 2027 in January. Rajasthan's participation at the summit, and any formal investment commitments emerging from the bilateral engagements, will be closely watched as a marker of how much of the roadshow's intent converts into signed agreements.