Rising North East Investors Summit 2025: ₹4.3 Lakh Crore Investment Boost
Explore the highlights of the Rising North East Investors Summit 2025, where over ₹4.3 lakh crore in investments were pledged to transform India’s Northeast into a key economic hub.
The Rising North East Investors Summit 2025, held on May 23–24 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marked a transformative moment for India’s northeastern region. Organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) in collaboration with FICCI, the summit attracted over ₹4.3 lakh crore in investment proposals, positioning the Northeast as a burgeoning economic powerhouse.
Phase I of redeveloped Ayodhya Railway Station – known as Ayodhya Dham Junction Railway Station – is developed at a cost of more than Rs 240 crore. The three-storey modern railway station building is equipped with all modern features like lifts, escalators, food plazas, shops for puja needs, cloak rooms, child care rooms, waiting halls. The station building will be ‘accessible for all’ and ‘IGBC certified green station building’.
Key Highlights of the Summit
Major Investment Commitments
Reliance Industries: Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced an investment of ₹75,000 crore over the next five years, focusing on agriculture, telecommunications, digital services, and local enterprise development.
Adani Group: Chairman Gautam Adani committed an additional ₹50,000 crore over the next decade, targeting infrastructure development, green energy projects, and digital infrastructure.
Vedanta Group: Chairman Anil Agarwal pledged ₹80,000 crore across six northeastern states, aiming to drive economic development and infrastructure growth.
Sectoral Focus
The summit emphasized investment opportunities in key sectors, including:
Agro and Food Processing
Textiles, Handloom, and Handicrafts
Entertainment and Sports
Education and Skill Development
Healthcare
IT and ITES
Tourism and Hospitality
Infrastructure and Logistics
Energy
These sectors are poised to benefit from the substantial investments and policy support announced during the summit.
State-Specific Developments
Arunachal Pradesh
The state signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth ₹6,357 crore with 16 private firms across diverse sectors, including agriculture, renewable energy, healthcare, tourism, and IT. Notable agreements include a ₹2,324 crore deal with Agri-Biofuel Global Ltd and a ₹1,760 crore MoU with Developer Group India Pvt Ltd.
Tripura
Chief Minister Manik Saha announced the allocation of land in Agartala for establishing a state-of-the-art data center to serve as a digital hub for eastern and northeastern India. This initiative aligns with Tripura’s strong digital infrastructure and progressive policies.
Investment Overview
A total of 803 investment intents were recorded during the summit, with significant contributions from various sectors:
| Source of Investment | Amount (₹ Crore) |
|---|---|
| Roadshows | 1,00,000 |
| Public Sector Units | 1,27,000 |
| Industrial Houses | 1,58,000 |
| Total | 4,30,000 |
These investments are expected to catalyze economic growth and development across the northeastern region.
Takeaways
The Rising North East Investors Summit 2025 successfully attracted over ₹4.3 lakh crore in investment proposals.
Major corporations like Reliance, Adani, and Vedanta have committed substantial investments, signaling strong confidence in the region’s potential.
The focus on diverse sectors ensures a holistic approach to regional development.
State-specific initiatives, such as Arunachal Pradesh’s MoUs and Tripura’s data center, highlight the tailored strategies for growth.
The summit marks a significant step toward transforming India’s Northeast into a dynamic economic hub.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the Rising North East Investors Summit?
A: It is an annual event organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) in collaboration with FICCI, aiming to attract investments and promote economic development in India’s northeastern states.
Q2: Which sectors received the most attention during the 2025 summit?
A: Key sectors included agro and food processing, textiles, IT and ITES, tourism and hospitality, infrastructure, and energy.
Q3: How much investment was pledged during the summit?
A: Over ₹4.3 lakh crore in investment proposals were received, marking a significant boost for the region’s economic prospects.
Q4: Which major companies announced investments?
A: Reliance Industries, Adani Group, and Vedanta Group were among the major companies that announced substantial investments in the region.
Q5: What are the expected benefits of these investments?
A: The investments are anticipated to enhance infrastructure, create employment opportunities, and drive overall economic growth in the northeastern states.

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