In a vibrant display of industrial promise and innovation, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the Global Outreach Summit 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on Wednesday. The summit, hosted by Brands and Sourcing Leaders (BSL), brought together top industrialists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from across India to explore new frontiers in trade, textiles, sustainability, and investment.
Among the standout highlights was Bihar’s powerful presence, led by Kundan Kumar, Resident Commissioner of Bihar and Managing Director of BIADA (Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority). CM Rekha Gupta, after visiting the BIADA pavilion, praised Bihar’s showcase of textile innovation, startup spirit, and entrepreneurial growth with the enthusiastic remark, “Bihar ki to baat hi kya hai!” — underscoring the state’s rising reputation as a hub of innovation and enterprise.
As part of the summit’s key sessions, Kundan Kumar participated in a high-profile roundtable on “The Next Global Hub for Sustainable Fashion”, where he outlined Bihar’s strides in eco-friendly textile practices, revival of traditional crafts, and sustainable manufacturing.
In a Masterclass on Investment Opportunities in Bihar’s Textile Sector, Kumar addressed a packed audience of industry leaders, making a compelling pitch for Bihar’s investment potential.
“Bihar is emerging not just as a land of cultural richness, but as a powerful engine of growth in textiles and manufacturing,” he said. “With strong policy support, resource readiness, and growing infrastructure, Bihar is an opportunity waiting to be seized.”
The BIADA pavilion drew considerable attention from both domestic and international delegates, reinforcing Bihar’s growing stature on India’s industrial and sustainability map.
With renewed focus on Make in India, green manufacturing, and inclusive growth, Bihar’s presence at the summit positioned it as a forward-looking destination for investors and innovators alike.
