The first edition of the Moneycontrol Global Wealth Summit served as a pivotal medium where key policymakers came together to discuss India’s economic development and wealth creation. Their presence significantly contributed to conversations around shaping the nation’s financial landscape. Here’s how!
Top 3 Key Sessions From The GWS 2025 And Their Significant Policy Insights
1. The Shift in India’s Savings Mindset
Keynote speakers, Ashish Chauhan, MD & CEO, NSE; Ananth Narayan, Whole-time Member, SEBI; Harsh Jain, Co-founder & COO, Groww; and D. P. Singh, DMD & Joint CEO, SBI Mutual Fund threw light on various policy-related subjects discussing the domestic equity markets.
In this session, the attendees explored India’s regulatory framework and how it is evolving to balance risk management with innovation. A hot topic of discussion during this panel was SEBI’s recent regulatory norms for index derivatives.
Attendees discussed the balance between regulation and protection of investors against rising participation in India’s evolving financial ecosystem.
2. India Through the Lens of Foreign Investors
In this session, Ankur Gupta, Head, Asia Pacific & Middle East, Brookfield’s Real Estate Group; Vishal Mahadevia, MD, Head of Asia Private Equity & Global Co-head, Financial Services, Warburg Pincus; May-Elin Stener, Ambassador of Norway to India & Sri Lanka; and Florian Neto, Head of Investments Asia, Amudi came together to share their viewpoints on India from outside.
The speakers highlighted that India was an important, appealing investment destination given its global standing. Significant policy measures to improve economic reforms were also discussed, along with the convenience of doing business in India.
The panel also delved into the various strategies to retain foreign flows, which would boost India’s credibility further and expand wealth.
3. Exploring Maharashtra’s Path To Economic Growth
Maharashtra’s Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, shared his vision of transforming India into a $1 trillion economy by 2030. His ambitious vision was driven by ideas like attracting foreign investors to make direct investments, executing strong infrastructural projects, and empowering more startup ecosystems.
He specifically spoke about encouraging Dharavi and drought-migration plans that will help us reach our financial targets faster. Fadnavis’s strategy also emphasised making the most of Maharashtra’s existing strengths, especially in the technology and finance industries. This will eventually result in job creation and heightened economic growth.
Key Takeaways
These were just some of the many enlightening sessions that shed light on the various policies and strategies that could help shape India’s foreign investments. If executed the right way, these strategies will foster domestic growth and reshape India’s economic landscape.
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