Gautam Adani-led Adani Group is planning a major expansion in Maharashtra’s Vidarbha region, with proposed investments of ₹70,000 crore across energy, logistics, and airport infrastructure, signalling a long-term commitment to the region’s industrial and economic development.
The investment plan was outlined by Jeet Adani, director at Adani Airport Holdings and vice-president (finance) at the Adani Group, during Advantage Vidarbha Khasdar Audyogik Mahotsav 2026, an industry event organised by the Association of Industrial Development.
Focus on Energy, Logistics and Airports
Speaking at the event, Jeet Adani highlighted Vidarbha’s strategic importance within the group’s broader India growth strategy. He said the proposed investments would focus on strengthening infrastructure across renewable and conventional energy, logistics networks, and airport-led development, aimed at boosting industrial activity and job creation in the region.
The event was attended by Nitin Gadkari, Union minister for road transport and highways, and Devendra Fadnavis, underscoring the government’s push to attract large-scale private investment into Vidarbha.
According to Adani Group executives, improved connectivity, availability of land, and proximity to key consumption and export markets make Vidarbha a strong candidate for infrastructure-led growth, particularly in sectors aligned with India’s energy transition and logistics modernisation goals.
Aligning With Regional Development Goals
The planned investment comes amid renewed focus by the Maharashtra government on positioning Vidarbha as a manufacturing and logistics hub. Large infrastructure investments are expected to catalyse ancillary industries, support MSMEs, and improve employment opportunities in the region.
Adani Group already has a presence in Maharashtra across power generation, transmission, ports-linked logistics, airports, and renewable energy. The proposed ₹70,000 crore push is expected to significantly scale up these operations in Vidarbha, while aligning with national priorities around infrastructure creation, energy security, and multimodal logistics.
Long-Term Commitment to Maharashtra
Jeet Adani reiterated that the group views Vidarbha as a long-term growth market, rather than a short-cycle investment destination. He said the Adani Group intends to work closely with state and central authorities to ensure timely execution of projects and maximum regional impact.
Industry observers see the announcement as one of the largest proposed private investment commitments for Vidarbha in recent years, with the potential to reshape the region’s industrial landscape if executed over the coming decade.
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