400 New Reliance Stores . AI Data Center in Kolkata . Global Platform for Bengal Artisans
Kolkata, February 5, 2025 In a landmark announcement at the 8th Bengal Global Business Summit, Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani revealed that the company will double its investment in West Bengal, increasing its total commitment to ₹1 lakh crore by 2035.
Over the past decade, Reliance’s investments in the state have grown from ₹2,000 crore to ₹50,000 crore, and the company now aims to expand even further, transforming West Bengal into a key hub for retail, AI, and renewable energy.
Five Major Announcements by Mukesh Ambani
1⃣ AI-Ready Data Center in Kolkata
Kolkata’s existing data center is being transformed into an advanced AI-ready data hub, set to be completed within nine months. This center will:
Enhance West Bengal’s capabilities in AI and cloud computing
Boost the digital economy and attract tech-driven businesses
Create new opportunities in IT and emerging technologies
This cutting-edge AI facility will position West Bengal as a leader in AI innovation, setting the stage for future technological advancements.
2⃣ 400 New Reliance Stores to Open Across West Bengal
Reliance Retail will expand its footprint by opening 400 new stores over the next three years. Currently operating 1,300 stores in West Bengal, the company’s expansion to 1,700 stores will:
Create thousands of new job opportunities
Enhance retail accessibility across urban and rural areas
Strengthen Reliance’s dominance in the Indian retail market
This move aligns with Reliance’s vision to empower local economies and uplift small businesses in the state.
3⃣ ‘Swadesh’ Global Platform for Bengal’s Artisans
Mukesh Ambani has pledged to provide West Bengal’s artisans with an international platform through ‘Swadesh’.
Swadesh stores will be launched in:
London . 
New York . 
Paris
Products to be showcased globally:
Jamdani, Tant, Baluchari, Murshidabad, Bishnupur, and Tussar silk sarees
Kantha sarees and fine Muslin fabrics
Jute and Khadi products from Bengal
This initiative will empower local artisans, preserve Bengal’s rich cultural heritage, and bring its traditional craftsmanship to global markets.
4⃣ Renewable Energy: ‘Solar Bangla for Sonar Bangla’
Mukesh Ambani emphasized Reliance’s commitment to West Bengal’s green economy, stating that solar energy is the future.
Reliance to invest in solar energy projects
Focus on clean and renewable energy for sustainable growth
Support West Bengal’s transition to a greener economy
With the motto “Solar Bangla for Sonar Bangla (Golden Bengal),” Reliance aims to accelerate the adoption of clean energy solutions in the state.
5⃣ Restoration of Kalighat Temple in Collaboration with Reliance Foundation
Reliance Foundation is partnering with the West Bengal government to restore the historic Kalighat Temple, one of the most revered pilgrimage sites in India.
This initiative will:
Preserve cultural heritage
Enhance temple infrastructure
Support religious tourism in the state
Mukesh Ambani personally thanked West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, stating:
“Mamata Didi, I personally thank you for giving us this opportunity to serve. Our foundation remains committed to supporting the state’s development and contributing to initiatives that improve people’s lives.”
Reliance’s Massive Investment: A Game-Changer for West Bengal’s Economy
With ₹1 lakh crore in planned investments, Reliance is set to drive economic transformation in West Bengal across technology, retail, artisan industries, clean energy, and cultural restoration.
This ambitious plan will:
Create thousands of jobs across multiple sectors
Strengthen AI and digital infrastructure
Promote West Bengal’s global trade and exports
Accelerate the shift towards renewable energy
Mukesh Ambani’s announcements at the Bengal Global Business Summit 2025 signal a new era of investment and growth for the state.
West Bengal is now firmly positioned as a key player in India’s economic landscape, with Reliance leading the charge toward a brighter, tech-driven, and sustainable future.
Reliance to Invest ₹1 Lakh Crore in West Bengal: Mukesh Ambani’s Bold Vision for the State
