NDTV India hosted ‘Uttar Pradesh – Avsaron Ka Pradesh’, a premier conclave celebrating Uttar Pradesh’s economic and business growth, on March 20, 2025, in Lucknow.
The event will bring together top policymakers, industry leaders, and cultural icons to discuss the state’s remarkable transformation and its ambitious roadmap toward a $1 trillion economy.
The conclave will highlight Uttar Pradesh’s dominant role in driving India’s economic expansion while focusing on key sectors such as:
Culture – Where heritage and tradition merge with modern innovation.
Tourism – A booming sector fueled by world-class infrastructure and spiritual landmarks.
Sports – Strengthened by investments in talent and facilities, fostering a new era of excellence.
Business & Investments – Showcasing UP’s pro-business policies, rising entrepreneurship, and a thriving industrial landscape.
The event will also reflect on major achievements, including the resounding success of the Mahakumbh, a testament to Uttar Pradesh’s cultural resurgence and its growing national and global stature.
The conclave will be graced by a distinguished assembly of leaders, policymakers, and industry icons, including:
Keshav Prasad Maurya – Deputy Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh
Dinesh Pratap Singh – Minister of State (Independent Charge), Uttar Pradesh
Daya Shankar Singh – Transport Minister, Uttar Pradesh
Nitin Agarwal – Minister of State (Independent Charge), Department of Excise & Prohibition
Awanish Kumar Awasthi – Advisor to the Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh
The event will also witness participation from renowned cultural and industry figures, such as: Malini Awasthi – Singer; Rajpal Yadav – Actor; Akshara Singh – Actor; Mayank Agrawal – CEO, Gallantt Group; Vimal Shukla – Founder & Secretary, Meghdoot Gramodyog Sewa Sansthan; Prof. Ratuldev Ghosh Choudhury – Professor, Institute of Business Management; Dr. Amod Kumar Sachan – Founder Chairman, Hind Institute of Medical Sciences.
Mandeep Singh, Revenue Head – TV, NDTV, emphasized the event’s significance, “We recognize the vital role that Uttar Pradesh plays in India’s economic ecosystem. Through this conclave, we aim to create a platform where stakeholders from various sectors can collaborate, exchange insights, and shape a strong roadmap for the state’s future.”
With engaging discussions and thought-provoking sessions, ‘Uttar Pradesh – Avsaron Ka Pradesh’ will explore strategic opportunities, celebrate success stories, and highlight pathways to inclusive development—reaffirming Uttar Pradesh’s position as a frontrunner in India’s growth story.
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