In San Francisco, Gujarat CM Pitches Closer Ties With Gujarati Tech Diaspora

SAN FRANCISCO, CA-Gujarati professionals and entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley could play a greater role in Gujarat’s emerging technology ecosystem, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said in San Francisco on August 17 as he began his week-long visit to the United States and Canada.

Addressing members of the Gujarati diaspora, Patel highlighted their contribution to semiconductors, artificial intelligence and innovation and said the state government wanted to build stronger links between global Gujarati talent and companies and industries in Gujarat.

“The significant contribution of Gujaratis, particularly in Silicon Valley, to the emerging sectors of semiconductors, AI technology and innovation is commendable,” Patel said.

He added that connecting such talent with industries in Gujarat would create opportunities for knowledge sharing, technological collaboration and mentorship.

The interaction in San Francisco marked the first engagement of Patel’s visit, during which he is leading a state delegation to invite investors and industries to participate in the Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit 2027 and explore investment opportunities in the state.

The meeting included a question-and-answer session in which diaspora members sought information about Gujarat’s development and opportunities emerging across sectors. Patel said the government wanted to leverage Gujaratis’ global expertise to strengthen the state’s innovation ecosystem.

Gujarat has been positioning itself as a major destination for semiconductor and technology investments with Dholera and Sanand being developed as centers for semiconductor manufacturing.  (IANS)