Osaka Investor Connect: Chhattisgarh wins investors’ trust
Chhattisgarh’s investment-friendly ecosystem: Japanese companies show deep interest
Raipur, August 25, 2025/
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, while addressing the prestigious Investor Connect program held in Osaka during his Japan visit, said that Chhattisgarh is a powerful confluence of natural resources, talented manpower and industry-friendly policies. He underlined that India and Japan are connected by a deep bond of trust and shared values. The Chief Minister called upon the Japanese partners to become partners in the development journey of Chhattisgarh, which is moving forward with innovation, opportunities and shared prosperity.
During the program, the Chief Minister gave an investment proposal of $11.45 million (₹100 crore) to Sartaj Foods, Osaka, to set up a food processing unit in Chhattisgarh. This project will take the state’s food processing sector to new heights, create large-scale employment and provide new opportunities to farmers. The Chief Minister said that this initiative will further strengthen the agricultural-based economy of Chhattisgarh.
Under Business-to-Government (B2G) meetings, Chief Minister Shri Sai also met Mr. Naoyuki Shimada, President and Representative Director of Morabu Hanshin Company. This company is a leader in the field of skilled engineers, system development and workforce solutions. In the meeting, there was an extensive discussion on the possibilities of cooperation in the field of skill training and workforce exchange. The Chief Minister said that this will pave the way for global opportunities for the youth of Chhattisgarh and the skill system of the state will become more empowered.
On this occasion, the officials of Chhattisgarh presented the competitive features of the state in detail. They said that abundant mineral wealth, active single-window clearance system, world-class industrial infrastructure and providing a conducive environment to global investors is the biggest strength of Chhattisgarh. The Japanese representatives appreciated the reforms being done in the state and the incentive schemes for investors. Especially, companies interested in investing in the fields of food processing, technology and advanced workforce solutions called Chhattisgarh a state of suitable opportunities.
Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai said, “Chhattisgarh is committed to providing an investment-friendly ecosystem, where global partners get both opportunities and cooperation. Our partnership with Japan is based on trust and shared values. The discussions held in Osaka will not only bring investment, but will also empower our farmers, generate employment for the youth and further strengthen the foundation of developed Chhattisgarh.”