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West Bengal Chief Minister Announces High-Profile Investment Talks with Reliance and Adani
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Core Event
On September 11, 2026, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced at a Kolkata business gathering that he will meet Mukesh Ambani of Reliance Industries and Gautam Adani of the Adani Group to discuss new investments in the state. He said the Adani Group’s 2,000-bed hospital in New Town will hold a foundation-stone ceremony, with Gautam Adani scheduled to visit on September 24. Adhikari also mentioned a pending meeting with Mukesh Ambani and his son Anant after the Ganesh festival.
Background & Context
Adhikari, who took office four months ago, contended that the previous Trinamool Congress administration had created an “un-industry-friendly” environment. He framed the upcoming talks as part of a broader effort to reverse that perception and position West Bengal as a hub for large-scale private investment.
Official Statements & Responses
Speaking at the unveiling of the Style Bazaar wardrobe event, Adhikari emphasized that investors from across India and abroad are showing interest. He pledged that the state would see a “steady flow of work” over the next eight months. The chief minister also highlighted commitments from the Style Bazaar chain to invest INR5,000 crore in three years and to develop a solar plant on 100 acres of land, acquiring a total of 1,000 acres for the project.
Data & Statistics
- Style Bazaar aims to expand from 110 to 250 stores statewide, creating additional employment.
- The planned solar plant will be built on 100 acres, with the company securing a total of 1,000 acres of land in West Bengal.
- The Adani Group’s hospital project in New Town is slated for a 2,000-bed capacity.
What’s Next
- September 24 (scheduled): Gautam Adani’s visit to New Town for the hospital foundation ceremony.
- Post-Ganesh festival: Adhikari plans a trip to Mumbai to meet Mukesh Ambani and Anant Ambani for further investment discussions.