Adani Group Invests ₹1.5 Lakh Crore in Record Year, Charts Infrastructure and AI-Led Growth Path

Ahmedabad, June 2026 : Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani used the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) to present an ambitious vision for the conglomerate’s future, highlighting record investments, strong financial performance, major infrastructure milestones, and a growing focus on technology-driven growth. Addressing shareholders, Adani described FY 2025-26 as a defining year for the Group, marked by resilience, expansion, and a steadfast commitment to nation-building despite global uncertainties and intense scrutiny.

Adani stated that the year witnessed significant geopolitical challenges, evolving energy security concerns, and rapid technological transformation worldwide. However, he said the Group remained focused on building critical infrastructure for India rather than being distracted by external challenges.

According to Adani, one of the strongest endorsements of the Group’s credibility came through its Rs 25,000 crore Rights Issue earlier this year. Describing it as one of the largest rights issues in India’s corporate history, he said shareholder participation reflected confidence in the Group’s long-term vision and its role in India’s growth story.

Infrastructure and Intelligence as Growth Pillars

The central theme of this year’s AGM was “Accelerating Infrastructure, Leveraging Intelligence.” Adani emphasized that infrastructure and intelligence are now inseparable drivers of economic growth.

He explained that infrastructure includes ports, airports, roads, transmission lines, power plants, logistics platforms, cement facilities, industrial ecosystems, and renewable energy assets. Intelligence, on the other hand, encompasses artificial intelligence, automation, digital platforms, predictive systems, real-time analytics, and data centres that enhance the efficiency and productivity of physical assets.

“Infrastructure gives a nation muscle, while intelligence gives it mastery,” Adani remarked, noting that the Group has positioned itself at the intersection of both sectors.

Record Capital Expenditure

One of the most significant announcements was that Adani Group invested over Rs 1.5 lakh crore in infrastructure during FY 2025-26. According to Adani, this represented more than 30 per cent of India’s total new private-sector capital expenditure for the year, underlining the Group’s commitment to building long-term national assets.

The Chairman highlighted that the Group’s integrated infrastructure model enables seamless connectivity across sectors ranging from mining and power generation to transmission, logistics, ports, airports, roads, water systems, and data centres.

Energy and Power Expansion

In the energy sector, Adani Energy Solutions reported a transmission order book worth Rs 72,000 crore. The company secured major projects including the Khavda South Olpad High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission line, strengthening its leadership in advanced power transmission infrastructure.

Adani Power is currently implementing what he described as India’s largest private-sector power expansion programme, involving investments exceeding Rs 2 lakh crore. The company aims to reach 45 GW of generation capacity over the next five years.

The Group also announced a strategic partnership with Bhutan’s Druk Green Power Corporation to jointly develop 5,000 MW of hydropower projects.

A major highlight was Adani Group’s entry into the nuclear energy sector through Adani Atomic Energy. With land already identified and a target of developing 10 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2035, Adani said the initiative would support India’s growing demand for reliable, clean energy.

Meanwhile, Adani Total Gas crossed the milestone of 1.1 million Piped Natural Gas (PNG) home connections and plans further expansion to meet increasing domestic energy demand.

Ports, Logistics and Airports

Adani Ports handled more than 500 million tonnes of cargo during FY 2025-26, setting a new benchmark in India’s maritime sector. The company is targeting one billion tonnes of cargo handling capacity by 2030.

Among the standout achievements was the performance of Vizhinjam Port, which crossed one million TEUs in its first year of operations, making it the fastest Indian port to achieve the milestone and strengthening India’s role in global transshipment.

In aviation, Adani Airports achieved two major milestones with the opening of Navi Mumbai International Airport and the new integrated terminal at Guwahati Airport. Both projects were inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Navi Mumbai International Airport, developed in just over four years, is designed to handle 90 million passengers annually and is being regarded as one of the most significant aviation infrastructure projects in the country.

Digital Infrastructure and Manufacturing

Adani highlighted the Group’s growing presence in digital infrastructure. Its Data Centre business is targeting a 3 GW platform by 2030. A binding memorandum of understanding with Google for a gigawatt-scale data centre project in Visakhapatnam was cited as evidence of increasing confidence from global technology leaders.

The Group’s mining services business expanded significantly, with four new Mine Developer and Operator (MDO) agreements increasing total mining capacity to 145 million tonnes annually, consolidating its position as India’s largest private mining operator.

Adani Cement also expanded its footprint, increasing total production capacity to 110 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA). The company supplied materials for major national projects including the Chenab Railway Bridge and Navi Mumbai International Airport.

Defence and Aerospace Push

The AGM also highlighted Adani Group’s growing defence ambitions. Strategic partnerships with global aerospace firms Leonardo and Embraer are aimed at creating integrated manufacturing, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) ecosystems in India.

Adani said the Group’s drones, anti-drone systems, missiles, and ammunition played a role in supporting India’s armed forces during Operation Sindoor, demonstrating the growing capabilities of its defence business.

Strong Financial Performance

On the financial front, Adani Group reported consolidated revenue of Rs 2.92 lakh crore for FY 2025-26, registering annual growth of 7.4 per cent.

EBITDA reached Rs 94,834 crore, while profit after tax rose 13.9 per cent to Rs 46,376 crore. The Group generated cash flows of Rs 67,995 crore and maintained a healthy net debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 3.3 times.

Adani said these figures provide the financial strength necessary to continue funding large-scale infrastructure projects and expansion plans.

Focus on Workforce and Social Impact

Looking ahead, Adani outlined reforms aimed at simplifying organizational structures, improving contractor partnerships, and enhancing worker welfare.

The Group employs nearly four lakh people directly and indirectly, with approximately 85 per cent working at project sites. Adani emphasized commitments to better living conditions, healthcare access, workplace safety, and timely wages.

He also highlighted the work of the Adani Foundation, which currently reaches around 10 million people across 7,000 villages in 22 states. Key initiatives include healthcare, education, rural development, skill training, and the development of Adani Health City projects in Ahmedabad and Mumbai.

Concluding his address, Adani thanked shareholders, employees, partners, communities, and the nation for their trust and support. He reiterated that the Group remains committed to building infrastructure that powers India while creating institutions that uphold dignity, opportunity, and inclusive growth.

“India’s greatest chapters are still being written,” Adani said, expressing confidence that the Group is prepared to play a significant role in shaping the country’s future.

And as this India takes shape, allow me to say this not in the language of business, but in the language of our nation:

हर ईंट में सपना, हर धड़कन में विश्वास (2)

भारत की हर सुबह रचे नया इतिहास।

सपनों की यह पूंजी, संकल्पों का यह गान (2)

मिलकर हम गढ़ेंगे, एक सशक्त हिन्दुस्तान।

So let this be the year we are remembered for what we built.

We built — when it was hardest to build.

We believed — when it was hardest to believe. And,

We proved — that resilience is a way of life for us.

Yes, the future will demand more ambition, more discipline and more execution than ever before. But together, we stand ready —

ready to build,

ready to serve,

and ready to help shape the India whose greatest days lie ahead.

Thank you.Jai Hind