Trinamool Congress MP Sagarika Ghose has hailed West Bengal as an emerging powerhouse in India’s economic landscape, calling it the country’s “new IT capital.” Ahead of the Bengal Global Business Summit (BGBS) 2025, scheduled for February 5 and 6, the state’s achievements across diverse industries are in the spotlight.

West Bengal: A Business Hub on the Rise

Ghose, in a series of posts on X, emphasised West Bengal’s robust business ecosystem, with 1.45 lakh active companies—making it the fourth-highest in the country. She highlighted the state’s ranking as “number one” in Ease of Doing Business according to the SKOCH report 2021, reinforcing its attractiveness to investors.

Bengal’s Growing IT Footprint

West Bengal is positioning itself as India’s next IT hub. Global tech giants like WIPRO, Cognizant, and Infosys are already operational in the state. The Silicon Valley Tech Hub, established across 200 acres in Rajarhat New Town, symbolises the state’s ambition in the technology sector. With over 1,000 software companies employing around 2.6 lakh people, the IT industry is becoming a significant contributor to the state’s economy.

Cement Hub of India

Ghose also lauded Bengal as India’s “cement hub,” with nine major cement companies operating in the state, including Shree Cements and Ambuja Neotia Group. This concentration of businesses underscores the state’s robust infrastructure and industrial capabilities.

Expanding Industries and Employment

West Bengal boasts a thriving handloom industry, employing 5.4 lakh workers, making it the second-largest employer in this sector nationwide. The presence of major corporations like ITC, Berger Paints, Titagarh Rail Systems, and Shree Cements highlights the diversity of industries flourishing in the state.

Bengal Global Business Summit 2025

The upcoming BGBS 2025, a flagship event for promoting investment, will take place in Kolkata on February 5 and 6. The summit will serve as a platform for showcasing Bengal’s business potential and attracting global investors to its thriving economy.

West Bengal’s dynamic growth trajectory, coupled with its strategic initiatives, is setting the stage for its emergence as a key player in India’s business and IT sectors. With a strong focus on technology, manufacturing, and traditional industries, the state is proving that it truly means business.

(With agency inputs)