On 79th Independence Day, NSE Chief Ashish kumar Chauhan Wishes the Nation Progress and Prosperity

“On this Independence Day, we celebrate the values
and determination that have shaped our nation’s
journey. As India completes 79 years of independence, we stand proud as a confident nation, committed to growth, innovation, and building a better future for all, while also enhancing our global presence. My heartfelt wishes to everyone for a Happy Independence Day;” said Mr. Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO, NSE.

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Mr. Chauhan also commended the Honourable Prime
Minister’s 79th Independence Day address for providing a clear roadmap for India’s economy and society. The Prime Minister called for Atma Nirbhar Bharat, highlighting India’s strong global position backed by robust forex reserves, macroeconomic stability, and positive ratings from global agencies.

On the eve of Independence Day, the NSE headquarters in Mumbai was illuminated in the vibrant hues of the Tricolor — a glowing symbol of pride, unity, and the spirit of our great nation.

The North East region led by Assam is witnessing a
fast rise in investor participation in the country. Assam
climbed from 21st position in FY20 to 16th in July 2025 with 26.7 lakh NSE investors.

As per latest NSE data, the Northeast region, led by
Assam, is witnessing a rapid surge in investor participation. Assam has moved up from 21st position
in FY20 to 16th in July 2025, with 26.7 lakh registered
NSE investors.

Three North Eastern states are among the country’s
leaders in female participation in equity markets.
Mizoram ranks second nationwide with 32.3% women
investors, just behind Goa (32.8%). Sikkim stands fifth with 30.4% female participation, while Assam follows closely in sixth place at 29.7%.Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat remain the top three states in terms of India’s total registered investor base as of July 2025.