It will rain money in these 10 states of IndiaImage Credit source: ai generated
56th World Economic Forum: The beginning of the year 2026 has given a tough competition to OTT platforms like Netflix. The co-founder of Netflix once used to say that his real fight is with people’s ‘sleep’, but now it seems that the White House has left everyone behind in terms of entertainment and drama. Donald Trump’s policies in America have created a strange stir in the whole world. From Venezuela sending Maduro back in handcuffs to Greenland’s future being decided on social media posts, the past few weeks have been no less than a thriller web series.
When The New York Times asked Trump who would check his power, he replied, “My own morality and my mind. I don’t need any international law.” Instead of rules, the language of ‘power’ is now being spoken. Exactly amidst this turmoil and uncertainty, the 56th meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) is going to begin in the snowy valleys of Switzerland. Giants from all over the world are gathering there, and this time India’s presence is more important than ever. This meeting will be held from January 19 to 23, 2026.
New rules of the new world, India’s preparations complete
This meeting being held in Davos is taking place at a time when the old global order is crumbling. The markets are no longer fair. Business and technology decisions are now being decided not just by profits but by political power. China is becoming a superpower in the field of technology and America is acting as per its wish. In such a situation, this time India has not gone to Davos just to register its presence but to show its strength. India’s delegation is one of the largest delegation ever. Along with central government ministers Ashwini Vaishnav, Prahlad Joshi and Ram Mohan Naidu, representatives of 10 states of the country will also be present there.
‘Investment’ mission of 10 states
Usually in Davos there is talk of the country, but this time the states are creating their own identity. States like Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Telangana, Kerala, Assam, Jharkhand and Madhya Pradesh will tell the world under one roof in the ‘India Pavilion’ why it is beneficial to invest in them. Andhra Pradesh has its own separate pavilion. However, it is missing this time due to Tamil Nadu elections.
Why is it important for the common man?
In fact, India’s GDP growth may be looking good, but the ground reality is that private consumption (purchases made by common people) is still sluggish. A large part of the investment is coming from government expenditure. If money and factories from outside do not come to India, it will be difficult to create new employment opportunities. Especially when technologies like AI are changing the nature of jobs around the world. State governments will directly invite foreign companies to set up factories and start projects there, which can have a direct impact on local employment.
‘Geo-economic’ conflict is the biggest threat in 2026
The World Economic Forum report suggests that the biggest threat in 2026 is not war or environment, but ‘geo-economic’ conflict. That means economic tug of war between countries. Trump’s policies and China’s dominance are both a challenge and an opportunity for countries like India. China is ahead in EV, batteries and AI hardware, which is worsening the trade balance. India will try to present itself as an alternative to China.
Let us tell you that about 3000 leaders are gathering in Davos. Veterans like US President Donald Trump, Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz, France’s Emmanuel Macron and China’s Vice Prime Minister He Lifeng will be there. Besides, big names from the tech world like Satya Nadella and Jensen Huang will also be present.
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