RANCHI, Jan. 25 -- The representatives of the Naveen Jindal Group met chief minister Hemant Soren on Saturday in London and held a detailed discussion on potential investments in the steel industry, clean energy and power infrastructure in the state, officials said. This meeting in London, where Soren is heading an official delegation after his visit to Davos, was a follow-up to the discussions held between the chief minister and Naveen Jindal in Ranchi on January 2, 2026 that had focused on strengthening cooperation between the Naveen Jindal Group and the Jharkhand government. "Building on the discussions held on January 2, collaboration areas have now been defined to advance cooperation between the Jharkhand government and the Naveen Jindal Group. It includes the group's intent to support Jharkhand's efforts towards sustainable industrial development, with discussions covering potential investments in steel, clean energy and power infrastructure, aligned with India's transition towards a low-carbon economy," an official said. During the meeting, both sides agreed to work together to promote sustainable industrial development in Jharkhand. This initiative aligns with India's efforts towards a low-carbon economy. Appreciating the Marang Gomke Scholarship Overseas Scholarship Scheme, the Naveen Jindal Group also discussed collaboration in the fields of skill education and higher education. "This included considering scholarship support, training programs, and capacity building initiatives for students from Jharkhand. Agreement was also reached on enhancing the capacity of institutions through skill development and training programs to provide better opportunities for young people," an official said. Earlier, the Jharkhand government organised the 'Jharkhand @25' programme in London to mark 25 years of Jharkhand's Statehood. The event brought together students, scholars, professionals and members of the Jharkhand diaspora to celebrate the State's journey and shared vision for the future. Around 150 participants attended the programme, including students pursuing higher education in leading UK universities under the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Overseas Scholarship Scheme, Chevening-Marang Gomke Scholars, young professionals working in the UK after completing higher education, university faculty members, researchers, entrepreneurs and representatives from diverse fields associated with Jharkhand. Addressing the gathering, Soren said Jharkhand @25 reflects the State's journey beyond 25 years of statehood towards infinite possibilities, where development remains in harmony with nature. "Jharkhand's progress is rooted in collective participation, inclusivity and staying connected to its cultural and civilisational roots," he added. The CM noted that this journey draws inspiration from the visionary ideals of Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda and Dishom Guru Shibu Soren, whose principles of dignity, self-respect and justice continue to guide Jharkhand's path. He reaffirmed the State's commitment to inclusive, sustainable development while ensuring that no section of society is left behind....