Reliance Industries Commits ₹75,000 Crore Investment to Transform Northeast India
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At the Rising Northeast Investors Summit 2025 held in New Delhi, Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced a significant investment of ₹75,000 crore over the next five years aimed at accelerating economic growth and development across Northeast India. This commitment more than doubles RIL's previous investments of ₹30,000 crore in the region over the past four decades.
Key Initiatives
1. Digital Infrastructure Expansion
Reliance Jio plans to double its current 5G subscriber base of over 5 million in the Northeast, aiming for near-universal coverage. The initiative includes bringing Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities to schools, hospitals, enterprises, and homes across the region.
2. Renewable Energy Projects
RIL will establish 350 compressed biogas (CBG) plants to convert organic waste into renewable fuel, contributing to sustainable energy solutions. Additionally, the company plans to scale up solar power generation across the Northeast.
3. Retail and FMCG Development
Reliance Retail aims to enhance procurement of agricultural staples and local artisan products, boosting rural incomes. The company will also invest in setting up factories for high-quality fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) products in the region.
4. Healthcare Infrastructure
The Reliance Foundation has established a 150-bed comprehensive cancer hospital in Manipur. In collaboration with Mizoram University, it is working on breast cancer care using genomic data. An advanced molecular diagnostics and research lab is also being developed in Guwahati, which will be among the largest genome sequencing facilities in India.
5. Sports Development
Recognizing the sporting talent in the region, Reliance Foundation plans to set up Olympic Training Centres in all eight northeastern states to nurture and develop athletes.
Employment and Economic Impact
The investment is projected to generate over 2.5 million direct and indirect employment opportunities, significantly impacting the livelihoods of the approximately 45 million residents in the Northeast.
Vision for the Northeast
Mukesh Ambani envisions the Northeast replicating the economic success of nations like Singapore, emphasizing the region's potential for growth and development. He stated, "The Northeast holds immense potential, and it is time to unlock it fully."
