THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR, DELHI

. Ambassador   of   Sweden   to   India,   His   Excellency Mr. Yahn Tess-lef,

. CEO, IKEA India, Mr. Patrik An toni,

. Distinguished Guests

The opening of a new store, is more than the launch, of a retail space. It is a reflection of confidence — in the city, its people, and its future. IKEA’s decision, to expand in Delhi high-lights the growing trust, global companies place in the economic potential, of our capital. 

Delhi is not only, the nation’s capital, but also one of India’s most dynamic centres, of commerce, innovation, and entrepreneur-ship. It is a city, where history and heritage co-exist, with modern infrastructure, techno-logy, and enter-prise. Every day, millions arrive here, with aspirations to study, work, build businesses, and create better lives, for their families.

Over the years, Delhi has strengthened its position, as a preferred destination, for investment. Its strategic location, excellent connectivity, world-class airport, expanding metro network, skilled work-force, and one of India’s largest consumer markets, make it an attractive hub, for businesses world-wide. 

The National Capital Region offers, tremendous opportunities for growth, and global companies, increasingly choose Delhi, as a long-term partner, in their India journey.

IKEA’s expansion is therefore, both timely and significant. It reflects confidence, in Delhi’s continued economic growth, and the aspirations of its people. Investments, of this nature, generate employment, strengthen local supply chains, and encourage allied sectors.

What makes IKEA unique, is its vision of creating, a better every-day life, for the many. Good design, should not be a

luxury for a few, but accessible, functional, and affordable, for every family. This philosophy res onates, with the aspirations of a growing city, like Delhi, where young families, seek practical, high-quality, and sustainable, living solutions.

IKEA’s long association with India, is equally note-worthy. For nearly five decades, Indian manufacturers, have contributed, to its global supply chain, creating opportunities, for artisans, small businesses, and skilled workers. Today, India is one of IKEA’s, most important growth markets, and its continued investment, reflects the strength, of this partner-ship.

Equally encouraging is, IKEA’s commitment to sustainability. As our cities expand, the future will depend on, how success-fully we combine, economic growth, with environmental responsibility. The Government remains committed, to fostering an environment, that encourages investment, innovation, and responsible enterprise. We value companies, that invest for the long term, create employment, strengthen local eco-systems, and contribute to, society’s overall development.

As our Hon’ble Prime Minister, Narendra Modi ji remarked, “Thanks to the 140 crore, people of India, the world looks at India, with hope, and enthu-siasm. That is also why, the world is
 

engaging with India, and investing in India.” This confidence is reflected, in ventures like IKEA’s, which strengthen, our growth story, and showcase Delhi, as a beacon of opportunity.

I am confident, this new store, will become more than, a shopping destination. It will be a place, where families find ideas, to improve their homes, where young professionals, discover solutions, for modern living, and where customers experience, innovation, affordability, and quality under one roof.

I wish the entire team, every success, as you begin this new chapter, in Delhi. May this investment, strengthen the city’s