Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that investment agreements worth ₹4.18 lakh crore were formalized during the Rising North East Investors Summit 2025, currently taking place in New Delhi. Inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Bharat Mandapam, the summit is designed to position the northeastern region as a hub for economic growth by drawing both domestic and international investment. It brings together stakeholders, investors, and policymakers to identify and unlock opportunities across the eight northeastern states.
Minister Scindia noted that this is the first initiative bringing all eight northeastern states under a unified investment agenda. Preceding the summit, promotional roadshows were held in major cities including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Indore. These efforts culminated in the organization of a large-scale investment summit.
“Investment proposals worth ₹4.18 lakh crore have been announced, with each state securing commitments of approximately ₹20,000 crore,” Mr Scindia stated. The event saw participation from business leaders, new entrepreneurs from the northeastern states, and ambassadors representing over 50 countries. The minister also affirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring timely implementation of these projects. The summit highlights priority sectors such as tourism and hospitality, agro-food processing, textiles, handlooms and handicrafts, healthcare, education, skill development, and information technology.
The North East Investors Summit is a strategic initiative aimed at accelerating economic development across the eight northeastern states of India by attracting large-scale investments from both domestic and international stakeholders. Held in New Delhi, the summit provides a unified platform for investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore the region’s untapped potential in key sectors such as tourism, agro-food processing, textiles, handlooms, healthcare, education, and information technology.
By showcasing the region’s natural resources, skilled workforce, and improving infrastructure, the summit seeks to position the North East as a competitive and investment-friendly destination. It also emphasizes inclusive growth by encouraging participation from local entrepreneurs and facilitating partnerships that align with the region’s development goals.
