At the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group and billionaire entrepreneur, declared on Wednesday that the conglomerate is set to invest Rs 2 lakh crore in Gujarat over the next five years. This significant commitment is anticipated to result in the creation of 1 lakh direct and indirect jobs in the state.
Adani Group’s Previous Pledge and Job Creation
In the previous edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit, Gautam Adani had pledged an investment of Rs 55,000 crore, with a promise to generate 25,000 direct and indirect jobs. The new announcement of a substantially larger investment reaffirms the Adani Group’s confidence in Gujarat’s economic potential.
Adani’s Appreciation for PM Narendra Modi’s Vision
During his address, Gautam Adani expressed admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s contribution to India’s industrial growth. Describing Vibrant Gujarat as a manifestation of Modi’s extraordinary vision, Adani commended the convergence of grand ambition with massive scale, transforming India’s industrial landscape. He acknowledged the collaborative efforts of states nationwide in redefining the economic trajectory of the country.
Remarkable Economic Growth and Global Influence
Adani highlighted the remarkable statistics of the past decade, noting a 185 percent growth in India’s GDP and a 165 percent increase in per capita income since 2014. Despite geopolitical conflicts and the challenges posed by the pandemic, this economic achievement is unparalleled. Adani commended PM Modi for his remarkable achievements on the international stage, transforming India from a nation seeking a voice to one that has created a global platform.
