Adani Group Announces Massive Investment in Kerala: Rs 30,000 Crore to Transform State’s Infrastructure
In a significant boost to Kerala’s economy, the Adani Group has announced plans to invest a staggering Rs 30,000 crore in the state over the next five years. This massive investment will focus on transforming Kerala’s infrastructure, with a major emphasis on developing the Vizhinjam Port into India’s largest transshipment hub.
Vizhinjam Port: A Game-Changer for Kerala’s Economy
Speaking at the Invest Kerala Global Summit 2025, Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports & SEZ Ltd, hailed Kerala’s remarkable transformation under the leadership of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. He expressed his enthusiasm for contributing to this new era, highlighting the state’s emergence as a leader in Ease of Doing Business and a global startup hub.
The Adani Group’s vision for Vizhinjam Port is ambitious, with plans to make it the largest transshipment port in the region. Strategically located along the world’s busiest shipping lanes, Vizhinjam has already made history by docking the largest container vessel ever to touch Indian shores, with a capacity of 24,000 containers.
Investment Breakdown: Rs 30,000 Crore to Transform Kerala’s Infrastructure
The Adani Group’s investment of Rs 30,000 crore will be spread across several key projects, including:
- Rs 5,000 crore already invested in Vizhinjam Port, with an additional Rs 20,000 crore committed to make it the largest transshipment port in the region.
- Expansion of Trivandrum International Airport from 4.5 million to 12 million passengers, with an investment of Rs 5,500 crore.
- Setting up a Logistics and E-Commerce hub in Kochi, along with expanding cement production capacity in the region.
PM Modi’s Vision of Viksit Bharat: A Developed India Requires Strong Regional Economies
Karan Adani referenced Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat, highlighting that India is advancing towards unprecedented economic and infrastructural growth. He emphasized that a developed India requires strong regional economies, and Kerala is a prime example of how strategic investments can fuel progress.
Adani Group’s Commitment to Nation-Building
The Adani Group’s investment in Kerala is a testament to its commitment to nation-building. As Karan Adani recalled the words of Chairman Gautam Adani, “The infrastructure sector is all about building assets for the nation and nation-building.”
With this massive investment, the Adani Group is set to transform Kerala’s infrastructure, driving economic growth and development in the state.
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