Guwahati – Sajjan Jindal, Chairman of the JSW Group, emphasized the company’s ongoing commitment to Assam during his address at the Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit on February 25. Alongside announcing potential investments, Jindal shared his personal connection with the state, recalling childhood visits to Tinsukia, where his maternal grandparents lived.
Reflecting on his visits, Jindal said, “When I used to visit as a kid, my grandfather would tell me tales of bravery about local legends. Now, when I return, I am glad to see the development taking place here.” His personal memories underscored the transformation Assam has undergone over the years, a theme he reiterated during his speech.
The JSW Group is actively exploring investment opportunities in Assam, particularly in the cement manufacturing sector. Jindal expressed confidence in the state’s growing industrial potential, highlighting Assam’s strategic importance as part of India’s broader economic ambitions.
“In the coming years, as India is poised to become the third-largest economy in the world, the Northeast will play a crucial role,” Jindal remarked. He noted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strong emphasis on the region’s growth and the government’s double-engine approach, which he said has been pivotal in accelerating the Northeast’s development to match the pace of the rest of the country.
Jindal pointed to ongoing improvements in national infrastructure, including expanding national highways, airports, and logistics parks, as clear indicators of Assam’s rapid progress. The JSW Group’s potential investments are poised to further bolster the state’s economic landscape in the coming years.