Gujarat’s Commercial City Forging India's Economic Future through Vision 2047

Aug 29, 2024

Surat is a city known for its blend of tradition and modernity. It processes 90% of the world’s diamonds and leads India in synthetic fabric production, contributing over 40% to the nation’s output. As part of the Developed India@2047 campaign under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, Surat is set to play a crucial role in advancing India’s global economic status by 2047 through infrastructure improvements and industrial growth. Few months ago, NITI Aayog identified Surat, along with Varanasi, Mumbai, and Vizag, as key cities for economic growth. Surat was the first to complete its detailed economic plan, highlighting its strategic importance. This plan, to be launched on August 30 by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, outlines economic development areas to propel Surat and nearby districts like Bharuch, Ankleshwar, Tapi, Navsari, Valsad, and Vapi into the future. The plan aims to enhance and diversify industries such as textiles, diamonds, chemicals, healthcare, and education, driving regional GDP growth.