The Economic Times is set to organise Bengal Ascends, a major business summit aimed at showcasing West Bengal's potential in manufacturing, services and investment. The event will bring together leading industrialists, investors, economists and policymakers to discuss strategies for revitalising the state's industrial economy and strengthening its business environment.

Scheduled for November 24 at ITC Sonar in Kolkata, the summit will focus on developing an economic roadmap for West Bengal and attracting fresh investments across key industries.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, Public Enterprises and Industrial Reconstruction Minister Tapas Roy, and Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta are expected to share the government's vision and engage with industry leaders on policy priorities and business requirements.

Economist and Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council member Sanjeev Sanyal and ITC Chairman Sanjiv Puri will also participate in fireside discussions, sharing their perspectives on the state's economic opportunities.

Focus on Industrial Revival and Textile Manufacturing

A key focus of the summit will be West Bengal's industrial revival, particularly its traditional strengths in jute and textiles. Discussions will explore opportunities to strengthen manufacturing, attract investments and utilise the state's skilled technology workforce amid the growing demand for Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and artificial intelligence (AI).

The discussions will also address improvements in single-window clearance systems, land availability, infrastructure development and investment facilitation.

Industry leaders are expected to provide actionable recommendations on greenfield and brownfield investment opportunities, helping align private-sector capital with the state's industrial development priorities.

With a renewed focus on industrial policy and business-friendly reforms, Bengal Ascends aims to position West Bengal as an attractive destination for manufacturing, services and long-term investment.