Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, during his official visit to Japan, held a series of high-level meetings with key government officials, business leaders, and investors to promote investment opportunities in the state. The visit aimed to strengthen economic and cultural ties between India and Japan.
As part of his diplomatic engagements, CM Yadav visited the revered Senso-ji Buddhist temple, highlighting the shared cultural and historical connections between the two nations. He emphasized Japan’s significance in the Buddhist tradition and underscored the importance of further enhancing bilateral relations. “Japan holds great significance in the context of Buddhism. During my visit, I met with officials from Japan’s Foreign Ministry and various investors to discuss opportunities in Madhya Pradesh. It aligns with PM Modi’s vision of stronger India-Japan cooperation, and we are here to make it a reality. As we engage in our official discussions, we are also learning more about Japan’s culture. I hope that Mahatma Gautam Buddha blesses both our nations as we move forward,” CM Yadav stated.
One of the highlights of the visit was CM Yadav’s meeting with Daiki Arai, Director of A&D Medical, where he introduced the 75-acre Medical Device and Pharmaceutical Park in Ujjain to potential investors in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. He emphasized the availability of prime land at subsidized rates, positioning Madhya Pradesh as an ideal destination for companies seeking to set up medical facilities. The discussions aimed to attract investment in healthcare technology and pharmaceutical manufacturing, bolstering the state’s industrial and healthcare infrastructure.
CM Yadav also met with Yuji Fukasawa, Chair of the Committee on South Asia at Keidanren and Chairman of East Japan Railway Company, to explore potential collaborations in railway technology. The talks focused on Japan’s cutting-edge railway technology and how it could be applied in Madhya Pradesh to improve transportation infrastructure. Additionally, CM Yadav engaged with Susumu Kataoka, President of the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO), further strengthening Madhya Pradesh’s efforts to foster economic ties with Japanese businesses.
The Indian Embassy in Japan praised the CM’s efforts, noting on X, “Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, H.E. Dr. Mohan Yadav, met H.E. Ms. Yuriko Koike, Hon’ble Governor of Tokyo, and invited her to participate in the ‘Global Investors Summit 2025,’ which will be held on 24th & 25th February 2025 in Bhopal.”
CM Yadav also shared updates on his discussions on social media, saying, “A detailed discussion on investment opportunities in Madhya Pradesh was held during a meeting with Mr. Yuji Fukasawa, Chairman of the South Asia Committee of Keidanren and President of East Japan Railway Company, at the Imperial Hotel in Japan. Mr. Fukasawa expressed a strong interest in visiting Madhya Pradesh to explore opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation. We also discussed Japan’s world-renowned railway technology and its potential applications in Madhya Pradesh.”
Further highlighting the state’s investment potential, CM Yadav and his team discussed the increasing engagement of Japanese investors in Madhya Pradesh, particularly in Indore. A new factory is planned to manufacture high-quality tires, catering to the growing demand for SUVs in India. This investment signals Japan’s growing commitment to expanding its presence in Madhya Pradesh.
Yadav also pointed out that Japan already has over 14,000 companies operating in India. “By linking these companies with Madhya Pradesh, we can unlock new opportunities, particularly in sectors like IT, medical devices, electronics, automotive components, energy, and mining systems. We are offering customized investment packages to attract Japanese companies, and we are optimistic that these efforts will create a strong economic partnership between Japan and Madhya Pradesh,” Yadav stated.
The Chief Minister’s visit to Japan underscores the state’s proactive approach to attracting foreign investment and strengthening ties with one of India’s key international partners.
