India at World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos: Largest-Ever Delegation of Ministers, Chief Ministers and CEOs

India has commenced its participation at the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, sending its largest-ever delegation to the global summit. The team, consisting of senior political leaders, state chief ministers, and top corporate executives, aims to highlight India's economic growth, investment opportunities, and strategic priorities to global policymakers and business leaders.

World Economic Forum Meeting From 19 to 23 January 2026

The WEF meeting, which runs from 19 to 23 January 2026, has drawn around 3,000 participants from over 130 countries. Discussions are focusing on global economic trends, geopolitical risks, sustainability, technology governance and innovation, offering a critical platform for India to highlight its domestic reforms and international ambitions.

India in Davos at World Economic Forum Meeting 2026

India's delegation includes four Union Ministers: Ashwini Vaishnaw, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Pralhad Joshi, and K Ram Mohan Naidu. In addition, six chief ministers are representing key states, including Devendra Fadnavis (Maharashtra), N Chandrababu Naidu (Andhra Pradesh), Himanta Biswa Sarma (Assam), Mohan Yadav (Madhya Pradesh), A Revanth Reddy (Telangana) and Hemant Soren (Jharkhand).

State leaders are using the forum to present investment projects, infrastructure initiatives and employment opportunities to international investors. Maharashtra has drawn early attention, with CM Devendra Fadnavis wearing the "Magnetic Maharashtra" badge at the Davos pre-event in Zurich, signalling the state's push to become a top investment destination.

Alongside political figures, over 100 Indian corporate leaders are participating in Davos 2026. Prominent names include Mukesh Ambani (Reliance Industries), N Chandrasekaran (Tata Sons), Sanjiv Bajaj (Bajaj Group), Sunil Bharti Mittal (Bharti Group), Nandan Nilekani (Infosys), Rishad Premji (Wipro), and Vijay Shekhar Sharma (Paytm).

These executives are expected to engage in discussions on digital innovation, sustainable energy, payments, data governance, and global partnerships, while showcasing India as a destination for long-term investment in technology, infrastructure, and clean energy.

WEF 2026 Theme and India's Focus Areas

The forum runs under the theme "A Spirit of Dialogue", emphasising collaboration in economic management, climate action, and technology governance amid slowing growth in several regions.

The Indian delegation plans to highlight its digital public infrastructure, renewable energy expansion, urban development projects, and large-scale transport corridors. Officials will also stress India's demographic dividend, rising consumption, and regulatory reforms, aiming to attract both strategic and financial investors.

Side Events and Investor Engagements

Beyond the plenary sessions, Indian states and business chambers are hosting sector-specific roundtables, project presentations, and targeted investor meetings. These side events are intended to position India as a stable and competitive investment destination, showcasing both national and state-level initiatives to global business leaders.