PM Modi Inaugurates Rising North East Investors Summit

PM Modi Inaugurates Rising North East Investors Summit

Why in the News ?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Rising North East Investors Summit in New Delhi, aimed at boosting investments and economic growth in the North Eastern Region (NER). It follows multiple pre-summit engagements like roadshows and bilateral meets.

About the Investors Summit:

  • The Rising North East Investors Summit is a two-day event hosted in New Delhi.
  • It aims to promote investment opportunities in the North Eastern Region (NER) of India.
  • The summit is a collaborative initiative of the Central Government and North Eastern state governments.
  • It is expected to showcase the region’s economic potential, attracting private and foreign investment.

Pre-Summit Activities

  • Leading up to the summit, multiple preparatory events were conducted, including:

○ Roadshows to engage industry stakeholders.

○ States’ roundtables to align priorities.

○ Ambassador’s Meet to involve foreign missions.

○ Bilateral Chambers Meet to strengthen business networks.

  • These initiatives were designed to create momentum and visibility for the summit.

Significance and Expected Outcomes

  • The summit reflects the government’s commitment to mainstream the North East in India’s economic landscape.
  • It is expected to attract investment in infrastructure, connectivity, tourism, and agro-based industries.
  • The event promotes inclusive development, aligning with the government’s focus on Act East Policy.
  • It also seeks to boost entrepreneurship and employment in the region, contributing to long-term regional integration.