*Third Day of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s Singapore Visit*

 

*Round Table Conference with Singapore Companies; Detailed Discussions on Investment from Semiconductors to Green Energy*

Chandigarh, October 6 – On the third day of Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini’s Singapore visit, an important Round Table Conference was organised under the Singapore Business Forum. On the occasion, the Chief Minister held detailed discussions on investment opportunities across various sectors with representatives of more than a dozen Singaporean companies, office-bearers of the Singapore Business Federation, industry representatives, investors and business leaders.

The Chief Minister made it clear that Haryana aims to increase investment in sectors such as semiconductors, green energy, warehousing and infrastructure with the cooperation of Singaporean companies. He said that, besides Gurugram, the state government aims to develop cities such as Panchkula, Karnal, Hisar, Sonipat and Rohtak as the next growth centres for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and technology-led businesses. Keeping future requirements in view, the state government has also formulated the Data Centre Policy-2026. Haryana has a distinct advantage in the manufacturing and logistics sectors.

Addressing the Round Table Conference, the Chief Minister said that although Singapore and Haryana are geographically distinct, their thinking and priorities are closely aligned. Singapore is a hub of innovation, efficiency and global connectivity, while Haryana possesses strengths in enterprise, manufacturing and market access. The convergence of these capabilities can take the economic partnership to new heights.

He recalled that Singaporean companies have established a strong presence in India in technology, infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics and financial services. The objective now is to take this strong relationship forward in Haryana and North India with new investment opportunities, technology partnerships and shared growth. The Chief Minister said that he has not come merely to showcase Haryana’s strengths, but to make Singaporean companies partners in a future in which Haryana will be among North India’s most trusted, modern and rapidly growing business destinations.

Describing Global Capability Centres and IT-enabled services as sectors offering significant opportunities, the Chief Minister said that Gurugram is today one of the country’s leading corporate and technology hubs. Numerous global companies, multinational corporations and GCCs are successfully operating there. He said that the state’s vision is not limited to Gurugram. Cities such as Panchkula, Karnal, Hisar, Sonipat and Rohtak are also being developed as the next growth centres for GCCs and technology-led businesses. Companies will benefit from competitive costs, skilled talent and a better quality of life in these cities. Haryana offers access to multiple locations, strong connectivity, a skilled workforce and the vast talent pool of North India.

Identifying electronics and semiconductor manufacturing as another key sector, the Chief Minister said that India’s ecosystem in this field is expanding rapidly. Haryana’s strategic location, strong industrial infrastructure, automobile and engineering base, and proximity to the NCR make it a natural destination for this sector. He invited Singaporean companies to consider Haryana as a potential investment partner for manufacturing, components, supply chains, research or technology partnerships.

Describing data centres and digital infrastructure as key pillars of development, the Chief Minister said that as India’s digital economy is advancing rapidly, the demand for data storage, cloud services and computing infrastructure is also increasing at an equally fast pace. Located at the heart of the NCR, Haryana is strategically positioned to benefit from this growth. Keeping this requirement in mind, the Data Centre Policy-2026 is being taken forward. The objective is to provide investors with a stable, transparent and predictable business environment, along with land, reliable power, modern infrastructure and policy support.

Highlighting the importance of green energy and sustainability, the Chief Minister said that Singaporean companies possess world-class experience in sustainable development and green growth. Haryana has immense potential in renewable energy, green manufacturing, energy efficiency, waste management and the circular economy. By combining Singapore’s technology and expertise with Haryana’s industrial strength and market demand, new and successful models of green industrial development can be developed.

Highlighting Haryana’s distinct advantages in manufacturing and logistics, the Chief Minister said that the state is located at the heart of the Delhi-NCR region and enjoys excellent connectivity with major markets across the country. It has a strong network of industrial estates, expressways, highways, dedicated freight connectivity and modern logistics infrastructure. Therefore, for any company seeking to establish a manufacturing unit, distribution centre or supply chain base in North India, Haryana offers a strong, capable and future-ready platform.

New opportunities are also continuously emerging in finance, investment and technology-led businesses. Gurugram is already a major corporate and financial hub. The objective now is to further strengthen it as a destination for global financial services, fintech, digital enterprises and regional headquarters. Giving special priority to education, skilling and talent development, the Chief Minister said that investment does not succeed on the basis of land and infrastructure alone. Industries also require a trained and future-ready workforce. Therefore, skill development, research and industry-linked training are being strengthened in collaboration with industries.

The Chief Minister told the participating companies that Haryana seeks to become not merely an investment destination but a trusted platform for growth, innovation and expansion in North India. He said he wants Singaporean companies to consider Haryana as their manufacturing base, GCC location, logistics hub, technology centre and regional business headquarters. Potential investments such as ETEC are also part of this broader partnership. Such investments will also create opportunities for the development of local ecosystems, supply chains, talent development and future expansion.

The Chief Minister assured the participants that investors should bring opportunities and technology to Haryana, while facilitating investments and ensuring time-bound implementation would be the responsibility of the state government. He said that his team would provide support at every level by understanding the specific requirements related to land, approvals, infrastructure, talent and policy support. He personally assured that he would ensure every investor coming from Singapore experiences speed in decision-making, reliability in implementation and confidence in governance in Haryana.

The Chief Minister expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Singapore Business Federation and all the participants for the meaningful dialogue and expressed confidence that today’s interaction would mark the beginning of new partnerships, new projects and a new chapter in Haryana-Singapore economic relations.