2nd Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference at Rajkot to focus on Kutch – Saurashtra Region
GANDHINAGAR : The Government of Gujarat is organizing four Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conferences (VGRC) at Mehsana, Rajkot, Surat and Vadodara; ahead of the next edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit to be held in January 2027. Each conference will serve as a gateway to accelerated regional growth and inclusive development. In the run up to each Regional Conference, a one-day district-level programme will be organised to highlight local opportunities and initiatives.
The Second Vibrant Regional Conference (VGRC) is scheduled in Rajkot on January 8th and 9th, 2026. With a primary focus on transforming local industries into global players, this event aims to secure broader market recognition and partnerships. The conference will include seminars addressing pivotal topics, like agriculture, Mining, Tourism, and Industrial growth. Participants will also benefit from a dedicated MSME Conclave, a dynamic Reverse Buyer Seller Meet (RBSM), exhibitions and trade fairs, making it an essential platform for establishing effective partnerships and networking. In addition, district-level programs will be organized in Amreli, Bhavnagar, Botad, Devbhumi Dwarka, Gir-Somnath, Jamnagar, Junagadh, Kutch, Morbi, Porbandar and Surendranagar in the month of December 2025.
VGRC North Gujarat was successfully held in Mehsana, resulting in the signing of 1,264 MoUs with a proposed investment of INR 3.25 lakh crore. The two-day conference witnessed participation, with over 29,000 registered attendees and more than 440 international delegates representing more than 80 countries according to the State government’s press release. The conference hosted more than 160 Business-to-Business (B2B) and more than 100 Business-to-Government (B2G) meetings, fostering partnerships and investment opportunities. More than 410 exhibitors showcased their innovations and products, including the active participation of more than 170 MSMEs, and startups. Udyami Mela disbursed incentives worth of more than INR 900 crore to more than 9,000 entrepreneurs. The BharatNext startup pitching festival announced INR 41.56 crore worth of investment, while the RBSM (Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet) organised more than 2,200 meetings, with more than 850 Gujarat based sellers, and generated business inquires worth of INR 500+ crore for exports, highlighting Gujarat’s entrepreneurial strength.
Kutch and Saurashtra region is marked by geographical diversity and cultural vibrancy, combining natural heritage with dynamic economic growth. The region thrives on its maritime legacy and strategic ports, such as Kandla and Mundra, serving as a gateway for logistics, trade, and green shipping. It is a pioneer in petrochemicals, ceramics, and engineering, supported by robust infrastructure and innovation-driven initiatives. The spiritual and heritage tourism circuits create a unique balance between tradition and a business-driven market.
Focus sectors for VGRC Kutch and Saurashtra include Ceramics, Engineering, Ports & Logistics, Fisheries, Petrochemicals, Agro & Food Processing, Minerals, Green Energy Ecosystem, Skill Development, Startups, MSMEs, Tourism & Culture. The region also includes thriving business opportunities like Export (For Ceramic, Cotton and Plastic), Brass components, seafood processing, Coastal Tourism and many more.