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Assam CM Meets Tata Chairman at WEF to Anchor State's Semiconductor Push

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos. The discussions centered on the Tata Group's role as the anchor for developing a semiconductor industry ecosystem in the state. CM Sarma emphasized Assam's aim to collaborate with key global players in the sector during further meetings at the forum. He also pitched Assam to international investors as India's fastest-growing state and a prime emerging economy for investment.

Key Points: Assam CM, Tata Chairman Meet at WEF on Semiconductor Industry

  • Tata Group anchoring Assam's semiconductor push
  • State seeks global industry partnerships
  • Assam's debut at World Economic Forum Davos
  • CM pitches Assam as fastest-growing investment destination
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Assam CM meets Tata Group Chairman at WEF, says, "Tata Group is anchoring Assam's semiconductor industry"

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma meets Tata Chairman N Chandrasekaran at WEF to strengthen the state's semiconductor ecosystem with global players.

"The Tata Group is anchoring Assam's semiconductor industry and we are keen to strengthen this ecosystem. - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

New Delhi, January 20

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said he held discussions with Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran ahead of his meetings with representatives from the global semiconductor industry on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum.

In a post on X, the Chief Minister said the Tata Group is anchoring Assam's semiconductor industry and the state government is keen to further strengthen the ecosystem by collaborating with key global players.

"Ahead of my meeting with representatives from the global semiconductor industry at @wef later today, I had a good conversation with Shri N Chandrasekaran, the Chairman of @TataCompanies. The Tata Group is anchoring Assam's semiconductor industry and we are keen to strengthen this ecosystem by joining hands with key global players. #AssamAtDavos #WEF26," CM Himanta's post read.

Meanwhile, as Assam made its debut at the 56th World Economic Forum in Davos on Monday, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the ecosystem is gradually being developed in Assam and said Guwahati attracts the entire talent pool of the Northeast.

Speaking with ANI on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum, CM Biswa Sarma said, "We are having a good meeting tomorrow on Semiconductor. Along with Tata, we are lining up. There is a lot of interest in Assam because with Tata being there, the ecosystem is gradually being developed. So tomorrow we are meeting leaders of the semiconductor industry. Although nothing specific is on the table, once we interact, I think things will move."

CM Biswa Sarma noted that Assam is not separate from the rest of the Northeast and said that the geographical conditions of other states makes its difficult for industries to be set up there.

Earlier, making a strong pitch to global investors at the WEF in Davos, CM Biswa Sarma urged them to invest in "emerging state and emerging economy."

Sarma said, "Assam is coming to the World Economic Forum Davos for the first time. We want to send a message that Assam is now an emerging state and an emerging economy. When you are thinking of investing in India, you can consider Assam as one of the destinations. Assam is now officially the fastest-growing state in the country."

Assam is at WEF Davos for the first time, aiming to signal that it is an emerging economy and a viable investment destination within India. The state is now the fastest-growing in the country, according to recent RBI data.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone working in tech in Bangalore, it's exciting to see investment moving beyond the usual hubs. A semiconductor fab in Assam would be huge. But the state needs to ensure the infrastructure (power, water, connectivity) is world-class to support such an industry.
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Priya S
Good initiative, but I hope the government is also focusing on developing local talent. We need strong ITIs and engineering colleges in Guwahati and beyond to create a workforce ready for these high-tech jobs. Can't just rely on talent from other states.
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Rohit P
"Fastest-growing state" - that's a proud moment for every Assamese! Finally, the Northeast is getting the industrial attention it deserves. Jai Axom! 🤝 Hope this stops the brain drain from our region.
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Michael C
Respectfully, we hear a lot of announcements at Davos. The proof will be in the pudding. Let's see if concrete MOUs are signed and ground is broken within a reasonable timeframe. The intent is good, but execution is key.
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Kavya N
Tata Group has a long history with Assam (remember Tata Tea?). Good to see them anchoring this new chapter. This could attract ancillary units and create a whole industrial cluster. Very promising for the local economy.

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