Senior Union ministers and Chief Ministers from 10 Indian states gathered at Davos on January 19, 2026, to applaud India's rapid economic growth and investment opportunities. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said, "India is already the world's fourth-largest economy and will become third-largest in 2-3 years, and then number two by 2048." He added, "We are fighting with giants, but India is a sleeping giant, and if we wake up, we will be the number 1 by 2047." Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the Modi government's policies, saying Assam is now the fastest-growing state economy. "I'm here for the first time, and I feel we should have come much earlier," he said, inviting investors to join Assam's growth story. Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren greeted everyone with ‘‘Johar’’ and emphasized unity to make India a developed nation by 2047. The India Pavilion at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting features the largest political representation ever, housing the union government and ten states. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi stated, "When the world slowed down, India accelerated, and this growth path is continuing unabated." Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu credited government efforts for India becoming the third-largest domestic aviation market. Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Shanghavi, also a first-timer, praised the impressive efforts at Davos. Mr. Naidu called India "the safest investment destination in the world." Uttar Pradesh's Minister Suresh Khanna highlighted his state's strong economic growth. Kerala's Minister P. Rajeev shared that last year’s visits led to several investments, and the state is now focusing on 24 priority sectors. Telangana Minister D Shridhar Babu said his government aims for a $3-trillion economy by showcasing key policies. Karnataka Minister M B Patil expressed delight at India's large presence and said, "India is not just participating in global growth, but driving it." This united front sends a clear signal that India is a rising global economic power and an attractive investment destination.