Om Birla: World Sees India as a Key Investment Destination

04 Nov 2025 CW Team

He emphasised the government’s commitment to building a business-friendly environment, driven by the principles of minimum government, maximum governance. The administration, he said, is focused on reducing bureaucratic hurdles, expanding industrial capacity, and encouraging innovation. Birla also urged the private sector to invest more in research and development (R&D) and strive to meet global standards, assuring that the government will complement such efforts to strengthen India’s innovation-led growth.

Praising the Bharat Chamber of Commerce, Birla called it a source of inspiration for business chambers across India. He lauded its 125-year legacy of resilience, foresight, and public service, recalling its origins as the Marwari Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber, he noted, has played a key role in India’s industrial, social, and economic transformation and in promoting corporate social responsibility.

Birla observed that India’s success as a democracy lies in its stability, inclusiveness, and deep cultural roots. “Democracy in India is not just a system of governance, but a way of life,” he said, adding that the nation’s robust institutions ensure policy continuity and investor confidence, both crucial for long-term growth.

He stressed that where democracy thrives, sound policy decisions and effective implementation follow, creating a foundation for sustainable development. Birla also highlighted India’s rise as a global innovation hub, driven by strong public–private partnerships in technology and R&D, which are propelling India into leadership positions in emerging industries.

Touching on inclusive growth, Birla noted that the increasing participation of women and youth reflects India’s social transformation. He highlighted women’s growing role across sectors and said they will remain pivotal in shaping a self-reliant and developed India. Similarly, he praised India’s youth and entrepreneurs for driving creativity, enterprise, and innovation, shaping the country’s future with energy and vision.

Reaffirming the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, Birla called for stronger collaboration among industry, government, and academia to build a resilient, self-sustaining economy. He also underlined India’s emerging leadership in clean and green energy, expressing confidence that the country will play a leading role in addressing climate and environmental challenges globally.

Acknowledging West Bengal’s historical contribution to India’s growth, Birla said the state has long been a cradle of intellectual, cultural, and industrial excellence. He noted that Bengal has produced eminent thinkers, reformers, poets, and industrialists, and continues to inspire the nation with its enduring spirit of innovation and enterprise.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday said that the world is increasingly looking to invest in India, drawn by its vibrant democracy, rapid economic expansion, and technological prowess. Speaking at the 125th Anniversary Celebrations of the Bharat Chamber of Commerce in Kolkata, themed “India@100: An Age of a New Dawn,” Birla said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the nation is steadily advancing towards becoming a global economic powerhouse. He emphasised the government’s commitment to building a business-friendly environment, driven by the principles of minimum government, maximum governance. The administration, he said, is focused on reducing bureaucratic hurdles, expanding industrial capacity, and encouraging innovation. Birla also urged the private sector to invest more in research and development (R&D) and strive to meet global standards, assuring that the government will complement such efforts to strengthen India’s innovation-led growth. Praising the Bharat Chamber of Commerce, Birla called it a source of inspiration for business chambers across India. He lauded its 125-year legacy of resilience, foresight, and public service, recalling its origins as the Marwari Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber, he noted, has played a key role in India’s industrial, social, and economic transformation and in promoting corporate social responsibility. Birla observed that India’s success as a democracy lies in its stability, inclusiveness, and deep cultural roots. “Democracy in India is not just a system of governance, but a way of life,” he said, adding that the nation’s robust institutions ensure policy continuity and investor confidence, both crucial for long-term growth. He stressed that where democracy thrives, sound policy decisions and effective implementation follow, creating a foundation for sustainable development. Birla also highlighted India’s rise as a global innovation hub, driven by strong public–private partnerships in technology and R&D, which are propelling India into leadership positions in emerging industries. Touching on inclusive growth, Birla noted that the increasing participation of women and youth reflects India’s social transformation. He highlighted women’s growing role across sectors and said they will remain pivotal in shaping a self-reliant and developed India. Similarly, he praised India’s youth and entrepreneurs for driving creativity, enterprise, and innovation, shaping the country’s future with energy and vision. Reaffirming the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, Birla called for stronger collaboration among industry, government, and academia to build a resilient, self-sustaining economy. He also underlined India’s emerging leadership in clean and green energy, expressing confidence that the country will play a leading role in addressing climate and environmental challenges globally. Acknowledging West Bengal’s historical contribution to India’s growth, Birla said the state has long been a cradle of intellectual, cultural, and industrial excellence. He noted that Bengal has produced eminent thinkers, reformers, poets, and industrialists, and continues to inspire the nation with its enduring spirit of innovation and enterprise.

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