Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed the Advantage Assam 2.0 investment and infrastructure summit as a landmark event for the state, emphasizing that no other state, except Gujarat, has hosted such a large-scale investment summit. Expressing his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his support, Himanta Biswa Sarma stated that Assam’s ability to host such a significant global event was made possible only because of the prime minister’s efforts. He noted that without this backing, Assam, being a relatively small state, would have been able to invite only a few neighboring countries at most. The summit, he said, marked a remarkable milestone in Assam’s journey towards economic growth and global connectivity.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Advantage Assam 2.0 investment and infrastructure summit 2025 in Guwahati, emphasizing that eastern India and the northeast are entering a new phase of development. He described the summit as a major initiative aimed at integrating Assam’s vast economic potential with global markets. In his address, Narendra Modi highlighted the historical significance of eastern India in shaping the country’s prosperity and underscored the importance of the region in India’s vision of becoming a developed nation.
Looking towards the future, Narendra Modi reiterated his long-standing vision for Assam. He recalled his 2013 statement predicting that “A for Assam” would soon become widely recognized, and with Assam’s rapid development, that vision is now becoming a reality. He extended his congratulations to Himanta Biswa Sarma and his team for successfully organizing the grand investment summit, which serves as a crucial step in Assam’s journey towards economic expansion.
Amid global economic uncertainties, Narendra Modi highlighted India’s sustained growth and its strategic long-term vision. He stated that despite external challenges, experts worldwide unanimously agree that India’s economic trajectory is moving at an unprecedented pace. He stressed that the country is not only growing but is also laying down a long-term roadmap for the next 25 years. With a focus on creating a strong foundation for economic progress, he pointed out that the world has immense trust in India’s young, skilled, and innovative workforce.
The Advantage Assam 2.0 investment and infrastructure summit is expected to bring significant investments into the region, reinforcing Assam’s role as a key player in India’s economic landscape. With support from the central government and a focus on infrastructure development, Assam is poised to emerge as a major destination for global investors, further solidifying its position as an economic powerhouse in eastern India.
