Industrialists meet held at Lok Bhavan, Assam
Guwahati,Rongili Barta: Assam Governor, Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya, chaired an Industrialists Meet with a delegation from Indian Industries Association at Lok Bhavan, Assam here today.
During the meeting, the Governor highlighted Assam’s strategic location, improved connectivity, policy support, and investor-friendly environment as a preferred investment friendly destination. The Governor informed about the pivotal role of the Central Government in accelerating the State’s infrastructure and industrial development, including emerging industries like semiconductors.
Urging the industry leaders to explore Assam’s vast potential, the Governor assured that the State Government remains committed to providing a conducive and investor-friendly environment to ensure sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
The Governor said that as Assam serves as the gateway to Northeast India, its immense potential is yet to be fully realized. He noted that this presents a significant opportunity to position Assam as a preferred destination for investment, thereby contributing meaningfully to India’s journey towards becoming a Vishwaguru by 2047.
The Governor underscored the significant initiative like “Advantage Assam-2.0” in attracting investments and showcasing the State’s strength across sectors. He stressed that MSME sector remains central to employment generation and inclusive growth and called for focused efforts to further strengthen the segment.
Earlier Narendra Shah, Commissioner of Industries, Assam gave a comprehensive presentation on the theme of “Assam-India’s fastest Growing State” where he elaborated on the State’s competitive advantages, improving infrastructure and investor friendly ecosystem. Dinesh Goyal, National President Indian Industries Association also spoke on this occasion.
A documentary on “Industrial Scenario in Assam” showcasing the State’s rapid economic transformation and growing industrial capabilities was screened. Earlier Sri SS Meenakshi Sundaram, Commissioner and Secretary to the Governor, Assam delivered the welcome address while Dr S N Bhowmick, PPS to the Governor offered the vote of thanks.
The First Lady Kumud Devi was also present during the meeting.