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Andaman and Nicobar Islands – Union territory of India

A“WORLD MEDIA NETWOK” PRESENTS FDI IN INDIA & SCOPE

ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLAND

FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT (FDI) IN ANDAMAN &NICOBAR

Introduction

Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a union territory of India comprising 572 islands of which 37 are inhabited, are a group of islands at the juncture of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea.The Andaman Islands are an Indian archipelago in the Bay of Bengal. These roughly 300 islands are known for their palm-lined, white-sand beaches, mangroves and tropical rainforests. Coral reefs supporting marine life such as sharks and rays make for popular diving and snorkeling sites. Indigenous Andaman Islanders inhabit the more remote islands, many of which are off limits to visitors. Population 4.34 lacs.(2011 Census)

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Map

Districts List - Districts of ANDAMAN &NICOBAR

Sl. No District Headquarters Population (Census 2011) Sex Ratio (per 1000) Average Literacy
1
Nicobar
Car Nicobar
36842
777
78.06%
2
North And Middle Andaman
Mayabunder
1,05,597
925
83.91%
3
South Andaman
Port Blair
2,38,142
871
89.13%

ANDAMAN &NICOBAR**INDUSTRIES “WMN”GUIDE

Key Industries

NTPC commissions new project in Andaman & Nicobar: NTPC Ltd has commissioned a 5-MW solar photo-voltaic power project at Port Blair in Andaman & Nicobar Islands.

It is the first grid-connected solar photo-voltaic project in these islands and also the first greenfield renewable solar PV project of NTPC.

ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLAND

SNAPSHOT

Endless variety of exotic flora and fauna

With over 86% of the area under tropical rain forests, Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer attractive opportunities for the wood-based industries. 

Located in the Indian Ocean, Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a group of 572 islands lying in the South-Eastern part of the Bay of Bengal. The Islands are located in close proximity to Indonesia and Thailand. They are well connected with the rest of the world with the presence of 23 ports and an international airport in the capital city of Port Blair. The long coastline of 1,962 km provides huge opportunities for investments in marine-based industries, and cruise tourism which is currently at a nascent stage in India.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands have a total cropped area of over 16,500 ha, with major crops including coconut, paddy, banana and areca nut. The Islands provide opportunities for handicrafts industries due to high demand from the visiting tourists. The Islands also promote IT/ ITeS-based industries and offer various incentives under its dedicated sector policy. The Islands are home to 2,400 MSME units.

ANDAMAN &NICOBAR - FDI Investment Present Scene

WMN”BROAD VIEW & Business Support

World Media Network” is helping upcoming and existing businesses to grow as the government is supporting the business in  increasing their work towards the domestic as well as international Tie-Ups. Service-oriented industries need to be promoted with direct and indirect participation for Franchising modules in the INDIA and “WMN” would help them to connect with the brands as well the investors and venture capitalists to increase the growth of the company in future.

ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLAND

Annual exploitable marine fish stock of Annual exploitable marine fish stock of over 240,000 tonnes

ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLAND

Recorded tourist arrivals of over 515,000 during 2019

ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLAND

Presence of over 240 wood-based industries

ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS & FDI Major Announcements

  • 300 Opportunities USD 593.59 bn Worth

Mode of Implementation

  • 231EPC
  • 26Not Disclosed
  • 17To Be Finalized
  • 16PPP
  • 6Others
  • 4Turnkey
  • 0Hybrid Annuity
  • 0Swiss Challenge
  • Others Contractor Project Developer Project Consultant / A…Operations & MaintenanceMaterial / Machinery S…Technology Partner Project Based Joint Venture Equity Funding Debt Funding Asset Sale 475821266600000.
  • Transport
  • 152 Opportunities worth USD 130.47 bn A key driver of India’s infrastructural growth.
  • Social Infrastructure,36 Opportunities,worth USD 82.69 bn
  • India is building extensive social infrastructure with a string focus on health and education
  • Commercial Infrastructure
  • 35 Opportunities worth USD 18.05 bn
  • Robust commercial infrastructure

Energy

21 Opportunities worth USD 251.45 bn

India has seen the fastest investment growth in energy in the world.

Targeted Industries-WMN KEY ROLE

“World Media Network” is playing an important role in all the categories and sectors, “WMN” is a Press Release distribution company covering over 180 countries covering twenty- five languages across the world . it has ventured into Digital News, Television, Print, Radio, Billboards, Airports, Multiplexes, Talk shows . Press releases  are based on industry standards with  timely Coverages and promoting the  business development of FDI and the scope of growth in the country.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands comprises of 572 islands out of which 37 are inhabited. The islands have 8 major ports, 15 minor ports, 1 international airport and 3 defence airports. Port Blair was one of the first cities to be chosen by the government of India under its smart city mission mandate. With the Islands coming to limelight there has been a surge in tourism, which has resulted in active investment and multiple open bids in the tourism sector. Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer a variety of eco-friendly and environmentally sustainable projects for investment as well.

WHY INVEST IN ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS.?

Andaman and Nicobar Islands have a total cropped area of over 16,500 ha, with major crops including coconut, paddy, banana and areca nut. The Islands provide opportunities for handicrafts industries due to high demand from the visiting tourists. The Islands also promote IT/ ITeS-based industries and offer various incentives under its dedicated sector policy. The Islands are home to 2,400 MSME units.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands are a major tourist attraction with several beaches that offer water sporting and adventure activities such as snor kelling and scuba diving. The coastal belt surrounding these Islands is the abode of one of the richest coral reef ecosystems in the world.

Andaman & Nicobar Govt Departments & Websites

FDI PPT ( Attachment Area)