FICCI Assam | State Office

The state has been able to attract substantial investments in sectors like, pharmaceuticals, Food Processing, Personal Care products, petro chemicals etc.

From the perspective of Tourism and Natural Flora and Fauna, Assam is Global Bio Diversity hotspot because of the presence of one-horned Indian rhinoceros, wild water buffalo, pygmy hog, tiger and various species of Asiatic birds etc. It is a most sought after destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts. The mighty Brahmaputra River that runs through the state like a spine offers plentiful opportunities for river tourists and further investments in the cruising sector.

The Assam State Council of FICCI was set up to catalyse industrial growth and development in the state by facilitating the creation of a conducive business environment. The State Council operates from the Guwahati office of FICCI which also houses the FICCI Northeast Advisory Council.

Assam is the second largest and the most populous state in North East Region of India. The state shares border with all North Eastern states except Sikkim. It is also strategically placed as it shares international borders with Bhutan And Bangladesh and offers critical connect between these countries and the North East. Being located closer to the growing ASEAN economies, the state offers great opportunity for trade and investment.

While the economy is primarily agrarian, Industrialisation in Assam dates back to 1833 with the beginning of commercial production of Tea for Exports. It also has the oldest refineries in Asia in a town called Digboi which started production in 1901. Pre Independence it was one of the richest state in India because of the Geo-Strategic connectivity with neighbouring countries and available Tea and Oil resources and a booming inland waterways.

Even today, the state is the largest producer of Tea, contributing to more than 50% of India’s total Tea production. Assam has plentiful natural resources viz. Petroleum, Lime stone, Coal, Water etc. As of today, Assam produces the largest is the largest share of on-shore Petroleum and Gas. Its handloom industry is world famous because of the unique Muga - The golden silk.

The state has been able to attract substantial investments in sectors like, pharmaceuticals, Food Processing, Personal Care products, petro chemicals etc.

31.21 million people comprising of a multi ethnic and rich cultural heritage showcases the diverse fabric of Assam’s population. Assamese, Bengali, Bodo, Hindi & English are some of the key languages spoken in the state.

Team Leader

Sanjid Dutta

Additional Director

2026

Jan

Event Jan 21,2026

Training cum Certification Program on Low-Carbon Building Transition for Building Materials Manufacturers & Technology Providers

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Event Jan 19,2026

Training cum Certification Program on Low-Carbon Building Transition for Building Materials Manufacturers & Technology Providers

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2025

Feb

Event Feb 25,2025

Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment & Infrastructure Summit 2025

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Study Feb 22,2025

Assam State Profile

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Event Feb 11,2025

Roadshow of the Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

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Jan

Event Jan 27,2025

Roadshow of the Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

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Event Jan 22,2025

Roadshow of the Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

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Event Jan 20,2025

Roadshow of the Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

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Event Jan 17,2025

Roadshow of the Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

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Event Jan 15,2025

Roadshow of the Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

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Event Jan 13,2025

Advantage Assam 2.0 Roadshow: Unlocking Opportunities in Northeast India

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Event Jan 09,2025

Roadshow of the Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

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Event Jan 06,2025

Roadshow of the Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment and Infrastructure Summit 2025

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2024

Feb

Event Feb 01,2024

Budget Viewing Session

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Jan

Event Jan 23,2024

Assam State Council Meeting

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2023

Oct

Event Oct 10,2023

Interactive Meeting with KOTRA (Korean Trade-Investment Promotion Agency)

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Apr

Event Apr 27,2023

State Investment Round Table in Assam

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2022

Jun

Event Jun 11,2022

Procurement by CPSEs with Special Focus on Vendor Interface with MSEs

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2021

Dec

Event Dec 15,2021

Leveraging Entrepreneurship Opportunities in Different Sectors in Assam

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Oct

Event Oct 22,2021

Workshop on Cyber Security for MSMEs

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May

Event May 28,2021

"The Pickle Workshop"

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Feb

Event Feb 19,2021

Stakeholder Consultation Workshop (Online) on 'Use of Solar Water Pumping Solutions (micro-pumps) for Agriculture and allied activities in Assam'

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Jan

Event Jan 22,2021

National Agri Horticultural Show

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Study Jan 21,2021

Agri-Horti sector in Assam - Emerging opportunities

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Study Jan 21,2021

Agri Horti Sector in Assam : Shelf of projects

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2020

Jun

Event Jun 10,2020

Emerging Entrepreneurship Opportunities in Assam post COVID

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Feb

Event Feb 04,2020

Union Budget 2020 - Panel Discussion in Assam

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2019

Dec

Event Dec 24,2019

Awareness Program on Digital Marketing

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Sep

Event Sep 13,2019

Opportunities in Plastic industry - Handholding workshop

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Aug

Event Aug 08,2019

Awareness workshop on Intellectual property Rights

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Jul

Event Jul 15,2019

Industry Academia Interaction at Guwahati on the occasion of World Youth Skills Day

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Event Jul 09,2019

Consultative workshop on E-waste management

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Event Jul 05,2019

Union Budget 2019-20 Viewing Session in Guwahati

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May

Event May 29,2019

Workshop on National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)

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Apr

Event Apr 30,2019

Enterprise Series Northeast: Training program on Exports

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Event Apr 06,2019

Training Program on Strategic Digital Marketing

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