Andhra Pradesh Clears Massive Investments Including Reliance Data Center
The Andhra Pradesh government approved major industrial and energy projects worth more than Rs.2 lakh crore expected to create thousands of jobs across Visakhapatnam, Kadapa, Tirupati and Sathya Sai districts.
- Reliance plans massive data center in Visakhapatnam
- Andhra Pradesh approves large industrial investment projects
- Thousands of new jobs expected across multiple districts
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a series of large scale industrial and infrastructure projects worth more than Rs.2 lakh crore during the latest State Investment Promotion Board meeting chaired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.
Among the biggest announcements was Reliance Industries Limited’s proposal to establish a massive data center project in Visakhapatnam with an estimated investment of Rs.1,08,010 crore. The project is expected to become one of the largest technology infrastructure investments planned in the state.
The government also approved another Reliance proposal to develop a solar power plant and battery energy storage system in Sathya Sai district with an investment of nearly Rs.51,000 crore.
In Kadapa district, approval was granted for Adani Hydro Energy’s pumped storage project valued at Rs.12,000 crore. Meanwhile, Royal Enfield received permission to establish a motorcycle manufacturing facility in Tirupati with a proposed investment of Rs.2,500 crore.
Officials stated that the total approved investments during the meeting reached Rs.2,01,023 crore and are expected to generate employment opportunities for around 39,067 people across different sectors.
Speaking during the meeting, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu instructed officials to ensure that all approved projects move quickly from agreement stage to foundation and commercial operations without unnecessary delays.
He stressed that companies must strictly follow timelines from project initiation to production while government departments should process all approvals without wasting even a single day.
The Chief Minister also emphasized the need to build a strong investment friendly image for Andhra Pradesh and said the state must stand out from competitors in attracting global industries and businesses.
Apart from large industries, Chandrababu Naidu also directed officials to focus equally on supporting MSMEs. He said small and medium enterprises would play an important role in promoting entrepreneurship and generating employment opportunities at the grassroots level.
The government is also planning to strengthen industrial infrastructure by improving gas pipeline connectivity in industrial zones. Officials discussed opportunities in food processing and value addition for crops such as oil palm, mango, coconut and cocoa to improve farmer incomes and encourage agro based industries.
Senior ministers, top bureaucrats and department officials participated in the meeting, while some representatives joined virtually during the discussions on investment approvals and industrial expansion plans.
