Gujarat’s Rising Role as India’s Container Manufacturing Hub and Sister-State Ties with New Jersey

BHAVNAGAR / GANDHINAGAR : Union Minister Shri Mansukh Mandaviya on Sunday inaugurated a series of projects totaling Rs 149 crore in Gujarat’s Bhavnagar district. The announcement highlighted both state and Central government efforts to transform Bhavnagar into a leading container manufacturing hub in India. Currently, 95% of containers are made in China, but Bhavnagar has already begun production through three pioneering companies.

In parallel developments, Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel hosted New Jersey’s Lieutenant Governor Tahesha L. Way in Gandhinagar on Friday. Their discussions focused on strengthening the sister-state agreement through cultural, economic, and industrial exchanges. Both leaders emphasized their commitment to increasing people-to-people ties, facilitated by Index-B as the main channel for ongoing dialogue and partnerships.

Chief Minister Patel underscored Gujarat’s leadership in green hydrogen, renewable energy, and fintech sectors, while Lieutenant Governor Way showed interest in exploring mutual investments and collaborative projects.

The parties committed to identifying key areas to enhance the sister-state relationship, and Chief Minister Patel extended an invitation for Lieutenant Governor Way to visit the Statue of Unity.