Gujarat's Economic Growth Highlighted at GATE 2026 Expo
Gujarat's Economic Contributions and Expo Overview
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Gandhinagar, April 16: Gujarat plays a significant role in India's economy, contributing 8.3% to the nation's GDP, 18% of industrial output, and 31% of exports, as stated by Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel during the inauguration of a three-day trade expo in the state capital.
While launching the Gujarat Advanced Technology and Economy Expo (GATE) 2026, organized by the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI), Patel emphasized that the state's economic success is a result of a development strategy that merges trade with tradition, commerce with culture, and industry with entrepreneurship, all under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The expo, taking place from April 16 to 18 at an exhibition center in Gandhinagar, covers an area of 18,000 square meters and showcases over 16 sectors, including automobiles, renewable energy, IT, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, with a particular emphasis on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
According to CM Patel, the theme of the expo, 'Gujarat Vision - Global Ambition', aims to create opportunities for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and young entrepreneurs to transition from local markets to global platforms.
He expressed optimism that such initiatives would enhance the industrial ecosystem of the state.
Highlighting the Vibrant Gujarat summit, CM Patel remarked that its ongoing success has established Gujarat as a “global gateway to the future.”
He noted that industry organizations like GCCI are crucial in shaping policies by offering grassroots insights and have collaborated with the state government in both planning and executing these initiatives.
“Gujarat is making strides in emerging sectors such as green growth, renewable energy, electric vehicle production, and semiconductors, aligning with the national vision of 'Make in India, Made for the World',” he added.
Furthermore, CM Patel mentioned that Gujarat is the first state to develop a 'Developed Gujarat @ 2047' roadmap, based on the principle of “earning well, living well,” contributing to the larger goal of a developed India.
GCCI President Sandeep Engineer stated that the expo represents a significant milestone in bolstering industrial growth in Gujarat and advancing the vision of 'Viksit Gujarat to Viksit Bharat'.
“Approximately 610 exhibitors have registered for the expo, with over 30,000 visitors already signed up, and the total is expected to reach 50,000,” he concluded.