India has mounted a high-visibility presence at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, sending a clear message to global leaders and investors: partner with Bharat to be part of the future. From a newly acquired address on the town’s iconic main promenade—earlier home to the famed Piano Bar—Team India is positioning the country as a reliable, innovation-driven growth partner.
The India Pavilion, located amid the snow-covered stretch of Davos, reflects this forward-looking pitch. Designed to highlight investment potential and technological collaboration, the pavilion underscores India’s ambitions across sectors ranging from manufacturing and infrastructure to digital transformation and emerging technologies. The overarching theme aligns with India’s broader narrative of stability, scale, and long-term opportunity.
Echoing this message, Indian industry bodies and corporate leaders are reinforcing India’s appeal. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has set up its own pavilion, urging global businesses to partner with India Inc for a dependable and resilient future. The emphasis is on India’s ability to deliver growth even amid global economic uncertainty, supported by a large domestic market, skilled talent pool, and policy reforms.
As the five-day global summit begins on Monday, Indian technology companies have emerged as one of the most visible corporate groups in Davos. Artificial intelligence has clearly taken centre stage, reflecting the sector’s priorities and global demand. Leading IT firms such as Wipro, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, HCL Technologies, and Tech Mahindra have established pavilions and lounges along the promenade, creating a strong Indian tech corridor.
Wipro and TCS have set up lounges directly opposite each other, symbolising the sector’s scale and competitiveness. Infosys, HCL Tech, and Tech Mahindra are located nearby, while a dedicated AI lounge has been created to host discussions on next-generation technologies. Informal meeting spaces, including tea and coffee stalls, add to the buzz, making the Indian zone a focal point for networking and deal-making.
Each company is using the platform to showcase its AI strategy. Wipro is positioning itself around the theme of “AI and beyond,” highlighting how advanced technologies can drive business transformation. TCS, meanwhile, is stressing that artificial intelligence is being embedded across every service it delivers, signalling a shift from experimentation to enterprise-wide adoption.
India’s presence at Davos extends well beyond corporate participation. More than 100 Indian CEOs are attending the summit, accompanied by a large government delegation. Several Indian states—including Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, and Telangana—have set up their own pavilions to attract global investment. These state showcases focus on sector-specific opportunities, policy incentives, and infrastructure readiness.
Senior Union ministers such as Ashwini Vaishnaw, Pralhad Joshi, and K Rammohan Naidu are expected to take part in the meeting and hold bilateral discussions with international counterparts. At the state level, chief ministers including Devendra Fadnavis, N Chandrababu Naidu, Mohan Yadav, Hemant Soren, and Himanta Biswa Sarma are using the platform to pitch their regions as attractive destinations for global capital.
While US President Donald Trump is widely seen as the biggest draw at this year’s summit, India is also generating significant interest. With over 3,000 global leaders attending the 56th edition of the WEF Annual Meeting, being held under the theme “a spirit of dialogue,” India’s coordinated presence is aimed at reinforcing its image as a key global partner in an increasingly complex world.
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