GUWAHATI: With the Advantage Assam 2.0 summit drawing closer, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has once again emphasized the need to create a unique investment identity for Assam, calling upon the state not to be placed in the basket of the entire Northeast in foreign interactions.
During a pre-summit media briefing, CM Sarma disclosed that he has asked foreign embassies to treat Assam as a distinct entity so that its economic aspirations and growth pattern are not linked with the rest of the Northeastern states. This is meant to make Assam a standalone economic giant with state-specific global connections.
Addressing concerns of travel advisories and inter-state coordination, CM Sarma reiterated that his first priority is Assam and that he does not represent and nor does he coordinate for other states of the region. He reiterated that such issues are the domain of the Central Government and once again emphasized his government's intent to maintain a state-first approach.
The Advantage Assam conclave is a forum that is anticipated to create a strong platform for local and global investments, with the state government setting a goal of reaching GDP of $143 billion by 2030. The Conclave is to reflect the industrial potential of Assam, highlight infrastructure development, and advocate investor-friendly policies, thereby further enhancing its chances of becoming an eastern Indian economic hub.
With the participation of the top business leaders, investors, and policymakers, the summit will give an added boost to the economic global image of Assam and would draw in investments in key sectors.
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