Assam govt, EU delegation welcome successful launch of Blue Valley Cluster

Guwahati: The Government of Assam and the delegation of the European Union to India welcomed the successful launch of the Blue Valley Cluster in Guwahati focusing on Flavours, Fragrance and AYUSH.

This initiative marks a significant step towards strengthening cooperation between Europe, Assam and the wider North-East region of India in developing ecosystems and value chains in sectors of mutual interest.

The Blue Valley Cluster (Flavors, Fragrance and AYUSH), led by the Assam government, aligns with the priorities outlined in the EU–India Comprehensive Strategic Agenda agreed at the January 2026 EU–India Summit, and with the Blue Valleys initiative.


It represents an important milestone in translating the broader objectives of the India–EU partnership into practical cooperation at the regional and States level. It will serve as a catalyst for research, innovation, investment and industrial cooperation between European and Indian companies and entities.

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The launch took place in the presence of chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Hervé Delphin, Ambassador of the European Union to India, Sibi George, Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, Didier Vanderhasselt, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to India, senior representatives of the Government of Assam, members of the European diplomatic corps, representatives of the Federation of European Business in India (FEBI), industry leaders, institutional partners and stakeholders from India and Europe.

The visit of a high-level Team Europe in Assam, reflects the interest in turning opportunities into concrete cooperation with Assam and India’s North-East, which is one the fastest growing economies in India. Assam occupies a unique position at the intersection of economic growth, connectivity, biodiversity and innovation.

Hervé Delphin, Ambassador of the European Union to India, said "My visit in Assam is testament to our commitment to the Northeast Region, where we see immense potential in realizing the priorities of the EU-India joint Comprehensive Strategic Agenda. Assam is blessed with natural resources and human talent. Its trailblazing spirit to embrace innovation in a sustainable and inclusive way and become a major economic hub and a connectivity gateway makes it a destination of choice for companies. The Blue Valleys initiative will serve as a corridor bringing together European and Indian businesses. The objective is to build cooperation in value chains of common interest, while ensuring that it benefits the people and communities and ensures environmental sustainability.”

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Reflecting on the ongoing collaboration with Assam, he added " From supporting CITIIS 2.0 in Guwahati to the Barak River Basin Management Action Plan, our collaboration with and in the State of Assam has been very positive, delivering tangible results. Now, we’re taking this cooperation to the next level: accelerating investment and industrial cooperation which can benefit the entire North-East and the region.”

Himanta Biswa Sarma said, “Assam’s partnership with the European Union reflects our shared vision of building resilient, sustainable, and innovation-driven economies that create opportunities for our people while strengthening India–Europe cooperation. We see immense potential for collaboration across strategic sectors including semiconductors and electronics, defence and aviation, tea, agarwood, organic foods, natural fragrances and flavours, and AYUSH-based wellness products, where Assam and the wider Northeast Region possess unique strengths and global market opportunities. Through initiatives such as the Blue Valleys platform, we aim to connect thousands of farmers, women-led self-help groups, startups, researchers, and industries with international value chains, enabling inclusive growth, technology transfer, quality employment, and sustainable prosperity across Assam and the Northeast.”

The programme included a visit by the European delegation to Tata Semiconductor Assembly and Test Private Limited (TSAT) at Jagiroad, providing first-hand exposure to Assam’s growing role in advanced manufacturing and industrial transformation.

The Blue Valley Cluster pilot project in Assam is expected to demonstrate a new model of sustainable industrial cooperation by connecting local biodiversity, innovation and enterprise with international value chains and market opportunities.

To strengthen business ties, the Assam Industrial Development Corporation Limited and the Federation of European Businesses in India (FEBI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), establishing a non-binding framework to promote investment awareness, B2B and B2G linkages, and knowledge exchange.

The Government of Assam also invited European businesses and institutions, conveying its readiness to facilitate engagement offering support in policy guidance, incentives, industrial infrastructure, land availability and approval processes to facilitate investments, technology partnerships, and skilling initiatives.

The EU Delegation visit underscored the potential for deeper EU-Assam cooperation, with plans for structured business engagements, promotion of private investment, sector-specific dialogues, and joint innovation projects to drive inclusive and sustainable growth.