Kerala has marked a historic milestone at the World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos, securing investment commitments totaling $14 billion (approximately ₹1.18 lakh crore). Shifting from its traditional focus on merely showcasing potential, the state government successfully signed several Expressions of Interest (EoIs) with global investors from the U.S., U.K., Germany, and Spain. Industries Minister P. Rajeeve highlighted that the bulk of these proposals are centered on knowledge-driven and sustainable sectors, including Artificial Intelligence, Renewable Energy, and Medical Device Manufacturing. This surge in global interest is attributed to Kerala’s unique “Nature, People, Industry” policy and its distinction as India’s first fully digitally literate state.
A major highlight of this investment push is the establishment of two dedicated Global Capability Center (GCC) cities in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram. The state has signed an agreement with ANSR Global, a market leader in the field, to develop these hubs, which aim to attract top-tier global companies seeking highly skilled talent. Notable individual projects include a ₹10,000 crore commitment from Greenco Group for renewable energy, ₹6,000 crore from Ramco Infrastructure for eco-towns and industrial parks, and ₹5,000 crore from ACME Group for battery energy storage systems. With a current conversion rate of 24% from MoUs to actual construction, the Kerala government is assigning dedicated officers to ensure these ambitious Davos proposals move swiftly toward implementation.
