Madhya Pradesh
The Confederation of Indian Industry Western Region (CII WR) comprises the states of Goa, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. These states with their distinctive niche, potential and capabilities, have contributed significantly to the growth story of India. Abundant natural resources, industrial strengths, sound infrastructure, investor-friendly ambience and availability of skilled manpower make this region attractive to investors.
The major manufacturing industries located in the region include basic iron and steel, auto & auto components, engineering, chemical & petrochemicals, gems & jewellery, textiles, agro & food processing, cement and pharmaceuticals, to name a few. The region has a thriving service sector comprising banking & financial services, legal services, transportation, tourism, entertainment and healthcare. It is home to important financial institutions such as the RBI, SEBI, BSE, NSE and the corporate headquarters of numerous Indian companies and multinational corporations.
Gujarat was among the top achievers in the DIPP’s Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) 2020 rankings, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra were recognized as the achievers and Goa was categorized as an aspirer state. Gujarat and Maharashtra have been the frontrunners in terms of industrial development. Madhya Pradesh on the other hand has a vibrant agriculture-based economy and has recently ventured on the path to industrialisation. Goa’s economy is driven by the sectors like mining, tourism and pharmaceuticals.
CII Western Region serves a membership base of over 2,300 direct members and a much wider base of indirect members through its 34 regional and local member associations. In 2024-25, CII Western Region adopted the theme - ‘Globally Competitive India: Partnerships for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth’. CII in the region hosts some of the major national and international summits, conferences, exhibitions, business missions, trade delegations, training workshops and SME development meetings to serve its membership.
The Confederation of Indian Industry Western Region (CII WR) comprises the states of Goa, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. These states with their distinctive niche, potential and capabilities, have contributed significantly to the growth story of India. Abundant natural resources, industrial strengths, sound infrastructure, investor-friendly ambience and availability of skilled manpower make this region attractive to investors.
The major manufacturing industries located in the region include basic iron and steel, auto & auto components, engineering, chemical & petrochemicals, ...