India, June 14 -- Chhattisgarh received investment proposals worth Rs.9,580 crore across sectors such as data centres, semiconductors, solar equipment manufacturing, textiles, pharmaceuticals and dairy during an investor outreach programme held in Hyderabad on Friday, according to the state government.

The proposals, submitted by seven companies, are expected to generate around 7,800 direct jobs. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai handed over invitation letters to prospective investors and urged Hyderabad-based companies, particularly those in the IT, pharmaceutical and logistics sectors, to explore opportunities in Chhattisgarh.

Addressing industry representatives at the event, Sai said the state is emerging as a preferred destination for i...