Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced on February 5 a new investment commitment of ₹50,000 crore in West Bengal, set to be completed by the end of this decade. During the 8th Bengal Global Business Summit (BGBS) 2025, Ambani stated that this investment is expected to create 100,000 jobs in the state. He noted that Reliance has already invested ₹50,000 crore in Bengal over the past ten years and plans to invest an additional ₹50,000 crore across various sectors, including digital services, green energy, and retail.
Ambani emphasized the importance of Artificial Intelligence in India’s evolution into a deep tech nation with advanced manufacturing capabilities. He highlighted that Jio is currently developing the world’s best infrastructure in India and has established itself as the leading digital services provider and the top data company globally. He reiterated Reliance’s commitment to enhancing Bengal’s business environment and driving economic growth in the region.