The Rising North East Investors Summit 2025, held on May 23–24 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, spotlighted the investment potential of India’s Northeast Region. Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the summit attracted proposals worth over Rs.4.3 lakh crore, with major industrial groups pledging support for development in infrastructure, renewable energy, and digital connectivity.
Key Points:
- Reliance Industries committed Rs.75,000 crore to develop 5G infrastructure, establish 350 biogas plants, and enhance digital access across the Northeastern states.
- The Adani Group announced an investment of Rs.50,000 crore focusing on green energy, logistics, and digital development in the region.
- Vedanta Group pledged Rs.80,000 crore towards renewable energy, mining, and infrastructure across six Northeastern states.
- Arunachal Pradesh signed MoUs worth Rs.6,357 crore with 16 firms targeting sectors such as agriculture, tourism, and afforestation.
- Over 80 countries, including Japan and ASEAN members, participated in the summit, reinforcing global interest in the Northeast as a strategic economic corridor.