In the vibrant landscape of Gujarat, Essar, with a legacy spanning over five decades, took center stage at the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit. This summit, conceptualised in 2003 under the guiding hand of Shri Narendra Modi, the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India, has grown to become a global forum for business, knowledge-sharing, and strategic partnerships, resonating with the ethos of inclusive growth and sustainable development. Celebrating the remarkable “20 Years of Vibrant Gujarat as the Summit of Success,” the event was graced by the presence of luminaries such as Shri Narendra Modi, Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, Agriculture Minister Shri Raghavji Patel, and a galaxy of top industrialists and business leaders.
Essar, an integral part of India’s growth narrative, has been playing a pivotal role at Virbant Gujarat Summit since its inception. With a commitment to Gujarat’s growth trajectory, Essar showcased transformative investments and strategic collaborations that reaffirm its dedication to the state. With investments exceeding ₹1,00,000 crore, Essar has woven a tale of success, creating world-class assets in Gujarat, like the Vadinar refinery and the Hazira steel complex. These contributions continue to fuel the state’s exchequer with ₹3,500 crore in revenues annually, while generating over 20,000 jobs. Looking ahead, Essar’s planned endeavours include a monumental ₹55,000 crore investment plan to foster sustainable businesses in energy transition, power, and port sectors, further boosting the state’s economy and creating ample employment opportunities.
At the heart of Essar’s participation in the 10th edition was a tech-oriented approach that captured the imagination of visitors. The Essar stall, a digital marvel, unfolded the Essar #GreenBlueprint for the future through LED tunnels and pillars, showcasing the company’s world-class assets, investments, and ambitious future plans. Essar Power exhibited a mesmerizing 3D model of its plants, providing a glimpse into its expansion and future business endeavours, while Essar Ports engaged visitors with a virtual reality experience of the Salaya ports and its operations.
Each visitor to the Essar stall was presented with an Augmented Reality (AR) card, unlocking a treasure trove of details about Essar’s cutting-edge facilities. Adding a touch of innovation, a friendly robot distributed informative flyers, offering a tour of Essar’s impressive facilities. To cap it off, a photo booth allowed visitors to capture memories alongside the magnificence of Essar’s world-class assets.
Essar’s firm commitment echoes through its continuous contributions to Gujarat’s multifaceted growth trajectory. The company’s participation in the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit not only showcased its past achievements but also paved the way for a future that resonates with prosperity and progress.