Jaipur, April 30 (IANS) Addressing an investor meet in Ahmedabad on Thursday, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma invited stakeholders to participate in Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet-2026 (GRAM-2026), scheduled to be held in Jaipur from May 23 to 25.
He urged investors to become partners in Rajasthan’s development journey and agricultural transformation.
Referring to Ahmedabad as the ‘Karmabhoomi’ of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Sharma noted that the globally recognised “Gujarat Model of Development” originated from this very land.
The Chief Minister said Rajasthan is emerging as a leader in the production of diverse crops ranging from millet and mustard to isabgol (psyllium husk) and cumin.
“Leveraging this agricultural diversity, the state holds immense potential to become India’s agri-business powerhouse.”
“Through the GRAM-2026, new investment opportunities are being created in food processing, agro-parks, and the broader agricultural sector.”
Chief Minister Sharma emphasised that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India’s agricultural sector is undergoing rapid modernisation, making it more technology-driven and profitable — even for small farmers.
“Inspired by this vision, the state government is organising GRAM-2026 to unlock opportunities in agritech, food processing, drone technology, AI-based farming, and cold chain infrastructure.”
The event will bring together investors, scientists, startups, and policymakers from India and abroad.
The Chief Minister added that investor meets held earlier in New Delhi and Bengaluru received strong interest in agricultural technology, organic farming, and logistics.
Rajasthan’s agriculture sector is currently in a transformative phase, offering promising avenues for investment.
Highlighting similarities between Rajasthan and Gujarat’s agricultural ecosystems, Chief Minister Sharma said collaborative efforts in food processing and supply chains can enhance farmers’ incomes and market access.
As of now, more than Rs 3,500 crore has been invested in over 1,500 food processing units across the state.
The Rajasthan government has also planned 39 food parks, with land identified at 34 locations.
The Chief Minister noted that during the ‘Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit’, MoUs worth nearly Rs 44,000 crore were signed in the agriculture sector, of which nearly Rs 10,000 crore has already been realised.
To support industrial growth, Rajasthan has developed 46,000 km of roads in the past two years, along with simplified policies and improved ease of doing business.
Chief Minister Sharma also highlighted progress in energy and irrigation, including the addition of 8,670 MW power capacity and expansion of irrigation projects such as Indira Gandhi Canal and Gangnahar.
Government initiatives have strengthened support for farmers, including direct benefit transfers and crop insurance schemes, further reinforcing Rajasthan’s commitment to agricultural growth.
–IANS
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