Advantage Assam: PM Modi Celebrates Northeast's Role in India's Prosperity
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Synopsis
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit in Guwahati, reaffirming the significant role of Eastern India in building a prosperous nation. The event showcases Assam's economic potential to global investors and industry leaders.
Key Takeaways
- PM Modi inaugurated the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit.
- Over 240 exhibitors are showcasing Assam's industrial potential.
- The event includes various ministerial and thematic sessions.
- Global investors are participating in this key investment summit.
- Assam aims to position itself as a major investment hub.
New Delhi, Feb 25 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Advantage Assam 2.0 investors' summit in Guwahati on Tuesday, highlighting that Eastern India has consistently been pivotal in fostering a prosperous India.
The summit includes an opening session, seven ministerial discussions, and 14 thematic presentations, alongside a grand exhibition displaying Assam's economic landscape.
More than 240 exhibitors will showcase the state's industrial progress, international trade collaborations, flourishing industries, and the MSME sector.
PM Modi arrived in Guwahati on the evening of February 24 and participated in the Jhumoir Binandini (Mega Jhumoir) 2025 event prior to the summit's commencement. Representatives from global investors, policymakers, industry leaders, startups, and students are partaking in this event.
During his address, the Prime Minister stated, "History is witness that Eastern India has played a significant role in India's prosperity. Today, as India moves towards rapid development, once again, the Northeast is poised to showcase its immense potential. Advantage Assam is a reflection of this resurgence."
Recalling his 2013 visit to Assam during the election campaign, he shared, "I had then said that the day is not far when people will start learning alphabets with 'A for Assam' -- today, that vision is turning into reality."
PM Modi underscored India's global economic strength, asserting, "Despite global uncertainties, experts are confident about India's rapid growth. The reason behind this is our long-term vision for the 21st century. The world today trusts India's young, skilled, and innovative population. It trusts our emerging middle class, moving forward with new aspirations. And most importantly, it trusts 140 crore Indians, who ensure political stability and policy continuity."
The second edition of Advantage Assam -- which first launched in 2018 -- aims to expedite infrastructure development and investment in the state, positioning Assam as a vital investment hub in India. This two-day event is set to draw investors nationally and globally.
