Bihar to hold global meet in January to map out economic growth

Bihar will host a two-day global convention in Patna on January 12 and 13 to create a roadmap for the state's economic development. The event, titled the 'Global Convention on Transforming Bihar 2027', aims to build a shared vision for a prosperous and inclusive economy.

Organisers and Attendees

The Institute for Human Development and the Bihar Foundation are organising the event in collaboration with Nalanda University. Around 1,500 participants will attend, including scholars, policymakers, industry leaders, civil society members, and the state's diaspora.

Sessions and Discussions

The convention features seven plenary sessions and 10 thematic panels. Discussions will cover agricultural diversification, investment mobilisation, employment generation, artificial intelligence, tourism, gender equality, governance, and the role of the Bihari diaspora. Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Choudhary launched the portal for the event in Patna.

Context

State governments often organise large summits to draw investments and expertise from global diaspora networks. This convention brings together academic, industry, and policy figures to tackle core development challenges.