Singapore: Chhattisgarh has strengthened its position on the global investment map, receiving FDI proposals worth Rs 43,250 crore at the SING Forum 2026 in Singapore. The proposals include a major Rs 41,750 crore investment for a 100 MW hyperscale data centre.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai formally handed over an ‘Invitation to Invest’ letter to Singapore-based Energy Capital Global Pte Ltd for the proposed project. The investment proposal is being seen as a significant opportunity to expand Chhattisgarh’s digital infrastructure and strengthen its presence in the emerging digital economy.
Major push for digital infrastructure
The proposed 100 MW hyperscale data centre could create a modern foundation for data and digital services in the State. Given the scale of the project, it could also generate opportunities across technology, digital services, infrastructure and allied business sectors.
The proposed investment marks an effort by Chhattisgarh to move beyond its traditional industrial identity and establish a stronger presence in new-age sectors driven by technology and digital infrastructure.
Global investors show growing interest
The Rs 43,250 crore worth of proposals received at the SING Forum are being viewed as an indication of growing international interest in Chhattisgarh. The proposed investment in the data centre, in particular, highlights the State’s potential as an emerging destination for large-scale digital infrastructure projects.
Technology investment could create jobs and skills opportunities
Large-scale digital infrastructure projects are expected to support new technology-driven activities and create opportunities for employment and skill development. They could also help build a wider ecosystem for technology companies and local businesses.
The Chhattisgarh government has been looking beyond minerals, power and traditional industries by focusing on sectors such as technology, startups, green energy and the digital economy.
The investment proposals announced in Singapore reflect the changing economic profile of Chhattisgarh. With the proposed Rs 41,750 crore data centre project, the State is seeking to strengthen its claim as an emerging destination for global digital investment.