Guwahati: Assam has unveiled an ambitious Rs 77,353 crore investment roadmap to transform itself into the green energy hub of the Northeast, with plans to significantly expand power generation and achieve long-term energy self-sufficiency.

Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah said the state government aims to increase Assam’s power generation capacity from the current 450 MW to 8,457 MW through a combination of hydroelectric, solar, thermal and energy storage projects.

The investment plan forms a key part of the government’s long-term strategy to ensure reliable energy supply, reduce dependence on external sources and position Assam as a power-surplus state in the coming years.

Highlighting the state’s vision, Mallabaruah drew a comparison with neighbouring Arunachal Pradesh, which is rapidly harnessing its vast hydropower potential. He said Assam is equally committed to unlocking its own green energy resources while strengthening its role in the regional power sector.

The proposed projects are expected to boost clean energy production, improve energy security, attract investment and support industrial growth across the state, reinforcing Assam’s commitment to sustainable development and renewable energy.