CM Soren, leads delegation to Spain to Strengthen Industrial and Energy Investment Relations

Ranchi/New Delhi: Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren, has lead a high-level government and industry delegation to Spain from April 19 to April 27, 2025. The strategic visit aims to strengthen industrial and energy sector ties between Jharkhand and Spanish enterprises.

The delegation  includes  Kalpana Murmu Soren, Chief Secretary Alka Tiwari, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Avinash Kumar, Secretary of the Department of Industries, Arwa Rajkamal, Director of Industries, Sushant Gaurav, the Chief Minister’s Private Advisor Ajay Kumar Singh, along with other distinguished members.

This official visit is part of Jharkhand’s broader strategy to attract high-quality Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in key sectors such as steel and metals, energy (both conventional and renewable), advanced manufacturing, and infrastructure development.

As one of India’s most resource-rich states, Jharkhand plays a vital role in the country’s industrial output. It is home to major industrial players like Tata Steel, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), and NTPC. The state has also witnessed significant investments from global giants such as Vedanta Resources, Tata Power, Linde Group, and Adani Power, in areas ranging from steel production and power generation to gas infrastructure.

Over the past decade, economic ties between Spain and India have steadily grown. Today, over 280 Spanish companies operate in India, and bilateral trade reached USD 8.78 billion in 2024, marking a 6.3% year-on-year increase. Key areas of synergy between the two economies include renewable energy, metallurgical industries, smart infrastructure, and electric mobility.

During the visit to Spain and Sweden, the Jharkhand delegation will engage with leading Spanish industrial and energy groups, investors, and public institutions. Scheduled business forums and B2B meetings will present Spanish companies with insights into Jharkhand’s ambitious industrial roadmap, investor-friendly policies, and public-private partnership opportunities. The delegation is also scheduled to hold meetings in Sweden.