Tue Feb 25 12:00:26 UTC 2025: ## Assam Projects $143 Billion Economy by 2030, Attracting Global Investment
**Guwahati, Assam – February 25, 2025** – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma boldly projected a $143 billion economy for the state by 2030, during the inauguration of the two-day ‘Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and Infrastructure Summit’ in Guwahati. Addressing an audience including representatives from over 60 nations and prominent Indian industry leaders, Mr. Sarma highlighted Assam’s transformation from a conflict-ridden state to a peaceful investment destination.
He attributed this resurgence to the BJP-led government’s policies since 2014, emphasizing a 15.2% GDP growth projection for the current year. Mr. Sarma underscored the state’s improved infrastructure and security, assuring investors of a supportive business environment. He also credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s encouragement of competitive federalism, citing the Prime Minister’s attendance at multiple state-level business summits as evidence of this commitment to nationwide growth.
The summit, attended by Prime Minister Modi, aims to attract significant foreign and domestic investment to further propel Assam’s economic development. Mr. Sarma’s ambitious prediction underscores the state’s optimistic outlook for the future and its drive to become a major player in India’s economic landscape.
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