Ludhiana, March 20
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today inaugurated Tata Steel’s second-largest plant in India in Ludhiana. Addressing the gathering after unveiling Tata Steel’s second-largest plant, Mann stated, “This is a momentous day as history has been created to give a major fillip to the economic development of the state. Today Punjab has become the first state in India to start steel production using green energy through this Electric Arc Furnace-based plant. It is a red-letter day for Punjab as Tata Steel has taken responsibility to illuminate the future of 2600 to 2700 families directly and 8000–10,000 indirectly. This world-class plant is equipped with cutting-edge green energy technology.”
Congratulating the Tata Steel team, Mann said, “When a company like Tata Steel invests in a state, it reflects trust, confidence and belief in its future. Tata Steel’s presence sends a clear message that Punjab is ready for the next phase of industrial growth. This investment is not just a project, but an opportunity for the youth of Punjab, our engineers, our skilled workforce and for Punjab’s manufacturing sector to grow stronger.”
Emphasising the future vision, the Chief Minister continued, “Punjab has always been a land of entrepreneurs and cities like Ludhiana are globally recognised for their entrepreneurial spirit, hard work and manufacturing strength. With modern facilities like this Tata Steel plant, we are strengthening our legacy and preparing Punjab for the future of manufacturing. This is Tata Steel’s first Electric Arc Furnace-based plant in India, which shows that Punjab is attracting not just investment, but modern and future-ready investment. Such production reflects the global shift towards efficiency, sustainability and better use of resources.”
Reiterating the government’s industrial vision, Mann asserted, “We want Punjab to become one of the most preferred industrial destinations in India. We want companies to see Punjab not just as a market, but as a long-term manufacturing partner. Tata Group is globally known for its social responsibility, and Ratan Tata had always led from the front in this regard.”
Recalling a personal example, Mann shared that Ratan Tata had even started a dog shelter at Bombay House for stray dogs after seeing them struggle during the monsoon. Describing him as the ‘Desh ka Beta’, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that when he passed away, the entire nation mourned his contribution to nation-building and reputation. Punjab is proud to be the first state to start steel production using green energy.
