The Adani Group plans to invest ₹2 lakh crore per year in greenfield infrastructure projects across sectors including renewable energy, transmission, airports, logistics, and data centres, according to Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ).
Speaking at the India Today conclave, Karan Adani emphasized the need for India to become self-reliant in energy and highlighted how resilient infrastructure and logistics networks are essential amid ongoing global supply chain disruptions.
Strengthening Trade and Logistics
Adani noted that crises in West Asia have exposed vulnerabilities along key maritime routes like the Strait of Hormuz, Suez Canal, and Strait of Malacca. Disruptions along these corridors can ripple across global trade, underscoring the need for strong logistics networks and diversified trade routes.
He said the infrastructure platforms built by the Adani Group are national assets that enhance India’s trade, logistics, and energy security.
Adapting to a Changing Global Landscape
Since 2020, global trade has faced multiple shocks, from the COVID-19 pandemic to geopolitical tensions. “Supply chains have faced continuous shocks over the past few years. In such an environment, countries must build strong logistics networks and resilient infrastructure,” Adani said.
The Group’s strategy reflects this shift, building platforms across ports, logistics, energy, and airports to support trade, manufacturing, and economic growth.
Focus on Efficiency and Governance
Reducing logistics costs remains a priority. Strong integration between ports, transport utilities, airports, and logistics networks can significantly improve efficiency. “Once infrastructure is built, trade follows,” Karan Adani said.
The Group is also undergoing an organizational transformation, reducing management layers and adopting partnership models to accelerate Capex execution and O&M operations.
Renewables and Emerging Technologies
Renewables continue to be a core focus, alongside emerging technologies such as battery storage. The Group is also expanding into materials like cement, aluminium, copper, and defence manufacturing, sectors that complement large-scale infrastructure development.
Growth in Aviation and Ports
Adani Group aims to double passenger handling capacity at its airports from 100 million to 200 million by 2030. International assets, such as Haifa Port in Israel, require adaptation to shifting trade patterns while maintaining cargo operations.
The Group also plans to double port capacity from 600 MMT to 1,200 MMT, expand renewable energy from 18 GW to 50 GW, and increase thermal power generation from 17 GW to 45 GW by 2030.
Guiding Growth with Values
Karan Adani stressed that growth must balance speed, scale, empathy, and responsibility, reflecting the Adani Group’s commitment to purpose-driven leadership. He acknowledged the influence of Chairman Gautam Adani and the social initiatives of Dr Priti Adani through the Adani Foundation in areas such as education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihoods.
Focused Business Verticals
Karan Adani described the Group’s structure as centered on three verticals:
- Energy – integrated generation, transmission, distribution, including thermal, renewables, and battery storage.
- Ports, Logistics, and Transport Utilities – strengthening India’s trade and connectivity.
- Materials and Science – including cement, aluminium, copper, and defence manufacturing.
He emphasized that the Group’s focus and clarity on core competencies are key to executing its ambitious infrastructure and growth plans over the next decade.
