Marwadi University, located in Rajkot, Gujarat, is set to host the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conferences (VGRC) on January 11 and 12, 2026 . This important event, organized by the Government of Gujarat, will bring together many people to discuss development and investment in the region.
Alongside hosting the VGRC, Marwadi University has proposed a large investment of ₹1,000 crore (one thousand crore rupees). This proposal has been sent to the Education Department of the Government of Gujarat. The goal of this investment is to make education in Saurashtra and the entire state of Gujarat world-class.
Key Event and Investment Details
| Event Name | Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conferences (VGRC) |
| Host | Marwadi University, Rajkot |
| Dates | January 11-12, 2026 |
| Organizer | Government of Gujarat |
| Host Region for VGRC | Kutch and Saurashtra |
| Marwadi University's Planned Investment | ₹1,000 crore |
Plans for New Facilities
The proposed ₹1,000 crore investment aims to create advanced facilities at Marwadi University. These will include:
- New study buildings with modern tools and laboratories. This means students will have access to the latest equipment for their practical learning.
- Best sports areas for students.
- Modern hostels, offering better living spaces for students.
- A special centre, covering 10,000 square feet , for new ideas and start-up businesses. This will help students and others turn their ideas into successful projects.
- A separate study block for people who are already working or are entrepreneurs. This will help them continue their education and learn new skills.
About the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conferences
The VGRC will be held in four main zones across Gujarat: North, Saurashtra, Kutch, South, and Central Gujarat. Marwadi University will host the conferences for the Kutch and Saurashtra regions. The main idea behind these conferences is "Vocal for Local," which means supporting local businesses and products.
The conferences will see people from various countries taking part. Countries like Japan , South Korea , Vietnam , and the Netherlands will join. Also, well-known organizations such as JETRO, ICBC, USISPF, the World Bank, and the Russian Federation will be present. Their presence will help connect local businesses and ideas with global markets.
Activities and Topics
Over two days, participants at the VGRC will take part in many activities:
- Learning sessions (seminars).
- Showcases of new products and services (exhibitions).
- Signing of agreements (MoUs) between different groups.
- Meetings between businesses (B2B).
- Meetings between businesses and government officials (B2G).
- Meetings for buyers and sellers.
- Programs to help local suppliers grow (vendor development).
The discussions during the conferences will cover a wide range of important subjects. These include Artificial Intelligence (AI) , Digital Marketing , ways to live and work without harming the environment ( Sustainability ), using resources again ( Circular Economy ), and engineering for cars and other precise machines ( Auto & Precision Engineering ).
University's Vision for Growth
Mr. Dhruv Marwadi, Trustee of Marwadi University, stated that hosting the VGRC is an honour. He said the university focuses on new ideas, working with industries, and developing skills. The university wants to create a place where local companies, new businesses, government bodies, and international investors can work together. This will help Gujarat grow and support the national vision of a developed India (Viksit Bharat).
Mr. R.B. Jadeja, Provost of Marwadi University, added that the university aims to help Gujarat grow and be a part of the larger Viksit Bharat@2047 plan. He explained that VGRC helps connect local strengths with global opportunities, showing the university's commitment to building these links for Gujarat's future.
