Adani, Reliance, Tata to Invest in Northeast India

Gautam Adani has pledged an additional Rs 50,000 crore (approximately $5.84 billion) investment over the next decade in Northeast India, targeting green energy, road construction, digital infrastructure, and local skill-building. This new commitment follows a similar investment for Assam announced earlier this year, aiming to unlock the region's economic potential and promote its integration into India's broader growth trajectory. The investment was announced at the Rising Northeast Investors Summit, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and aligns with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision by emphasizing local jobs and entrepreneurship. Other major companies, including Reliance and Tata, have also indicated plans for substantial investments in the Northeast, reflecting growing industry interest. The government has supported this surge with policy measures and investor summits to attract private capital. The moves are seen as transformative for a region that has historically experienced neglect despite its strategic location and recent above-average GDP growth.