Keynote Address by Sh. Tarunpreet Singh Sond

Keynote Address by Sh. Tarunpreet Singh Sond

Sh. Tarunpreet Singh Sond, Punjab’s Minister for Industries, IT, and Labour, delivered a high-impact keynote, reinforcing the state’s unwavering commitment to entrepreneurship, innovation, and ease of doing business. Announcing a Rs 10 lakh grant for startups progressing beyond incubation, he positioned Punjab as a launchpad for high-growth ventures, ensuring that promising businesses receive the necessary boost to scale and thrive.

Highlighting Punjab’s No. 1 ranking in the Ease of Doing Business index , he outlined a bold vision for digital governance, proposing an integrated online system to fast-track approvals for startups and emerging businesses. This initiative aims to eliminate bureaucratic delays, fostering an agile, transparent, and investment-ready ecosystem.

The minister also showcased Punjab’s Rs 90,000 crore worth of Common Application Forms (CAFs), signaling real progress in transforming investment commitments into tangible business operations. He emphasized that Punjab is not just signing MoUs but actively driving execution, ensuring that businesses move from planning to implementation.

With a clear vision to make Punjab a hub for investment, technology, and talent, Sh. Tarunpreet Singh Sond recognized TiECON as a key partner in this journey. His address was a powerful call to action for entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders, urging them to seize the opportunities within Punjab’s thriving, innovation-driven economy.