PM Modi Highlights Assam鈥檚 Rising Prominence with a Vision for the Future
India鈥檚 Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Advantage Assam 2.0: Investment & Infrastructure Summit, held in Guwahati, on 25-26 February, 2025, where he emphasised the state’s economic growth and its role in India’s future. The event, attended by Governor Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, industry leaders, and dignitaries, showcased Assam鈥檚 development and investment opportunities.
During his speech, Prime Minister Modi recalled his 2013 visit to Assam, expressing confidence in the state鈥檚 growing prominence. 鈥淭he day is not far when people, while learning the alphabet, will say: A for Assam,鈥 he stated. He attributed this growth to the double-engine governance model, which has prioritised infrastructure development, education, and investment-friendly policies.
The Prime Minister outlined key advancements in Assam鈥檚 connectivity, including an increase in railway budget allocations, modernisation of over 60 railway stations, and improved air travel routes. He also mentioned the state’s role in India鈥檚 semiconductor industry, citing the Tata Semiconductor Assembly & Test Facility in Jagiroad as a significant milestone.
Emphasising Assam鈥檚 strategic importance in India鈥檚 global economic positioning, he introduced the North East Transformative Industrialisation Scheme, known as “Unnati,” to boost industry and tourism. Additionally, he called on investors to capitalise on Assam鈥檚 resources, highlighting Assam Tea as an internationally recognised brand.
Prime Minister Modi concluded by reaffirming his commitment to Assam鈥檚 growth, stating that the region would play a crucial role in achieving India鈥檚 vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047. He assured continued government support for Assam鈥檚 industrial and economic transformation.
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