Pranav Adani, the Managing Director (Agro and Oil & Gas) of Adani Group, attended a special program 'Agenda Aaj Tak' where he answered various questions and shared a roadmap for the country's future development and infrastructure plans. During the discussion, he made a significant statement regarding the northeastern state of Assam. He emphasized that more investments should have been made earlier in Assam, but there has been a delay, describing it as a crucial region of the country.
'Assam's Crucial Role'
Pranav Adani discussed the necessity of development in Assam, stating, 'The expansion plans for the airport are still underway. Beyond that, we are setting up a 3200 MW power plant. Assam's role for the entire Northeast is significant. Since the area is known as the ‘Chicken Neck’, it holds importance as a gateway, linking the ‘Seven Sisters’ states.
He added, 'In reality, Guwahati airport has the potential to become a major hub for the region, much like how Dubai connects us to various countries globally. Assam is strategically positioned, and as a nation, we should have invested more in such key areas much earlier.'
Hopeful for the Future— Pranav Adani
In the conversation, Pranav Adani expressed optimism for the year 2026. As we aim for a 5 trillion dollar economy now, and move towards 10 trillion dollars in the next five to six years, infrastructure will play a pivotal role in India's growth story. 'Especially in infrastructure including roads, airports, ports, the energy sector, utilities, and urban sustainable living, are all vital aspects. I believe that these areas will be a significant focus for the government in 2026–27, making us very optimistic about the future.'
Infrastructure: A Challenging Business
He acknowledged, 'Infrastructure is not an easy business as it involves long gestation periods. This isn't a business where you invest today and see returns in one or two years. It requires sustained investment and long-term thinking. Yet, these are also areas full of opportunities. If we consider the potential over 25 to 50 years, the airports we build today are planned with the next 50 years in mind. This applies equally to the power and energy generation sectors.'
