Guwahati, Feb 26 – The Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025 concluded on Wednesday with investment proposals totaling ₹10,785 crore, which significantly boosts the state's economic growth. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the investment commitments across diverse sectors, reinforcing Assam's position as an emerging investment hub.
Key Investment Deals Signed
The Assam government inked several major MoUs with prominent companies across infrastructure, healthcare, cement, hydrogen energy, and hospitality sectors. Some of the key agreements include:- ₹3,000 crore MoU with Virinchi Limited for a 200 MW data center.
- ₹200 crore MoU with Virinchi Healthcare Pvt Ltd to establish a 500-bed super-specialty hospital.
- ₹3,200 crore investment by Star Cements Ltd for cement clinker and grinding plant under its subsidiary Star Cement North East Ltd.
- ₹1,500 crore deal with Matheson Hydrogen Pvt Ltd to build a 95 KTPA Hydrogen and Steam Generation Plant.
- ₹700 crore investment by UltraTech Cement for a grinding unit and a cement-bulk terminal.
- ₹1,000 crore agreement with Copper Plus Holdings SAC for mining exploration and services.
- ₹275 crore investment by Tamara Leisure Experiences Pvt Ltd to develop a five-star luxury eco-resort in Kaziranga.
- ₹510 crore commitment from Varun Beverages Ltd to set up a new manufacturing plant for carbonated soft drinks, fruit juices, and pulp-based drinks.
- ₹500 crore MoU with Global Health Ltd.
- Two non-financial MoUs with ITE Education Service on separate initiatives.
164 MoUs Signed on Day 1
On the first day of the summit, the government secured 164 MoUs across 15 sectors, reflecting strong interest from both domestic and international investors. Major Indian conglomerates like Adani Group, Tata Power, JSW Energy, and public sector units, including OIL, ONGC, and NRL, announced investments in the state.Additionally, four international MoUs were signed, including:
- A collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for developmental support in health, agriculture, and other sectors.
- An agreement with Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry for nursing talent skills cooperation.
- A pact with ASEAN One Co Ltd, Japan, to establish a skill training institute.
- A MoU with Spice Lemon to set up a Japanese Language Institute.
Private Sector Giants Commit ₹2 Lakh Crore.
During the inaugural session, corporate giants Reliance, Adani, Vedanta, and Tata Group collectively pledged nearly ₹2 lakh crore in investments, underscoring Assam’s potential as a significant business destination in the Northeast.With these substantial commitments, Advantage Assam 2.0 has successfully positioned the state as a favorable investment hub, unlocking new economic opportunities and strengthening its industrial landscape.
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