CM seeks inputs from Raj-origin IAS officers on investment summit

Jaipur: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Saturday reached out to administrative officers of Rajasthani origin posted in different states, urging them to contribute to the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit slated for Dec.
Speaking to the senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers via video conference, Sharma emphasised the significance of their experience, insights, and networks in shaping the future of Rajasthan’s development.The summit, the CM noted, will act as a crucial platform for showcasing Rajasthan’s strengths in areas like solar and wind energy, mineral resources, and industrial development.
“The Rising Rajasthan summit will highlight our efforts to make Rajasthan a key destination for national and international investors. The state’s progress needs your suggestions, which will be incorporated into key policies. Your contributions are vital to achieving our vision for a developed Rajasthan, including the investment summit,” Sharma said at this meeting.
Among the senior IAS officers who participated in the meeting were Maharashtra cadre additional chief secretary (revenue) Rajesh Kumar, Bihar chief secretary Amrit Lal Meena, West Bengal panchayati raj secretary Vivek Bhardwaj, and Gujarat additional chief secretary (agriculture) Anju Sharma. The officers provided feedback on Rajasthan’s investment potential and offered suggestions for enhancing the state’s appeal to investors.
The summit, scheduled from Dec 9 to 11, aims at showcasing the state’s investment potential and create new growth opportunities. It will bring together national and international investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to discuss Rajasthan’s future trajectory.
The CM assured the attendees that Rajasthan is fully committed to providing an investor-friendly environment. “Rajasthan, being the largest state in the country by area, has immense potential in sectors like solar energy, wind energy, tourism, agriculture and automobiles. Investments in these areas will accelerate the state’s development and take Rajasthan to new heights,” CM Sharma remarked.
The CM also called on the IAS officers to leverage their connections with Non-Resident Rajasthanis (NRRs), entrepreneurs, and investors, encouraging them to invest in the state.