Under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, the Government of Madhya Pradesh will take a decisive step toward strengthening inter-state collaboration through the ‘MP–UP Sahyog Sammelan-2026’, scheduled to be held in Varanasi on March 31, 2026. The conclave aims to connect inter-state cooperation with a concrete, result-oriented and globally aligned approach.
The event will facilitate extensive dialogue on key themes, integrating ODOP, GI-tagged products, traditional crafts, export-oriented products, investment and tourism to build a comprehensive economic ecosystem. The active presence of CM Mohan Yadav will elevate the conclave from policy discussion to implementation-driven cooperation, paving the way for a strong and long-term development model between the two states.
Study Visit to Shape Vision for Modern Pilgrimage Management: The event will begin with a study visit to the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor, led by Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav. During the visit, aspects such as crowd flow design, infrastructure layout and pilgrim management systems will be closely examined. This visit will not merely be an inspection but an opportunity to understand a successful model of modern urban planning and pilgrimage site management. Based on these learnings, Madhya Pradesh will develop a practical approach for the development of religious sites, expansion of facilities and systemic improvements, making pilgrimage tourism more organised and attractive.
Integrated Global Platform for ODOP, GI and Export-Oriented Products: The conclave will place special focus on linking ODOP and GI-tagged products, traditional crafts, agricultural and food products with branding, marketing and exports. A presentation on Uttar Pradesh’s ODOP initiative and its economic impact will highlight how local products can be made competitive in global markets. The platform will also explore a shared branding strategy for products from both states, opening new avenues for export promotion and value addition.
MoUs to Strengthen Partnership in Trade, Investment and Skill Development: During the conclave, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) will be signed between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh to formalise cooperation in trade, industrial investment, skill development, handicraft promotion and tourism. These agreements will go beyond documentation and will be implemented on the ground to create new opportunities for industries, entrepreneurs and artisans. The exchange of ODOP products will also help local products access new markets and enhance their brand value.
Common Platform for Industry, Policymakers and Artisans: The conclave will provide an inclusive platform for industry leaders, investors, artisans, agricultural and food producers and policymakers to engage in discussions on policy incentives, infrastructure development, logistics support and investment opportunities. Participation from sectors such as textiles and apparel, handicrafts, MSMEs, food processing, logistics and tourism will make the event multi-dimensional, strengthening industry–government coordination and creating an enabling environment for investment decisions.
Exhibition to Showcase Madhya Pradesh’s Industrial and Cultural Strength: An exhibition organised during the conclave will present ODOP products, GI-tagged handicrafts, traditional textiles, investment opportunities, industrial capabilities and major tourist destinations of Madhya Pradesh in an integrated manner. The exhibition will not merely be a display but an opportunity for investors and participants to understand and engage with the state’s real strengths, showcasing Madhya Pradesh’s economic and cultural diversity in a cohesive and impactful way.
Innovative ‘Ganga–Narmada Craft Corridor’ to Boost Craft Collaboration: A Joint Artisan Workshop will bring together Chanderi and Maheshwari artisans from Madhya Pradesh with Banarasi silk craftsmen to promote shared branding, market expansion and the concept of the ‘Ganga–Narmada Craft Corridor’. This initiative will align traditional crafts with modern market requirements and provide artisans with direct market access, strengthening their livelihoods and giving fresh recognition to handicrafts.
Kashi–Ujjain–Chitrakoot Circuit to Boost Religious Tourism: The Tourism Round Table will deliberate on developing the Kashi–Ujjain–Chitrakoot religious tourism circuit as a joint tourism product. With the participation of tour operators and key stakeholders such as IRCTC, emphasis will be placed on creating a structured and coordinated tourism model.
This initiative will make religious tourism more organised, accessible and attractive, leading to an increase in tourist arrivals and longer visitor stays in both states.
Decisive Step Toward Investment, Exports and Balanced Development: Organised under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, the conclave will present a strong model of regional development by balancing investment attraction, export promotion, employment generation and preservation of cultural heritage.
Through the ‘MP–UP Sahyog Sammelan-2026’, cooperation between Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh will gain a stable, practical and result-oriented framework, giving fresh momentum to the economies of both states.
