Vijayawada, Jul 23 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday said that the state will emerge as the number one player in any space or technology, emphasising its focus on futuristic technologies.
Addressing the Investopia Summit in Vijayawada, Naidu asserted that Andhra Pradesh would lead in fields such as drones, electronics, and aerospace.
“I assure you, not just in one area—name any field, and we will be number one. Drones, electronics, aerospace—all future technologies are our focus now,” said Naidu.
He highlighted that the state will leverage Artificial Intelligence in a big way, adding that he has always been pro-investor and investor-friendly for the benefit of the people of Andhra Pradesh, with the goal of “eradicating poverty and creating wealth.” Assuring that Andhra Pradesh is the best destination for investment, Naidu said the state has the necessary infrastructure and enjoys unique advantages, such as a 1,000-km coastline.
He also underscored that the state is a hub for agriculture, horticulture, aquaculture, and cash crops, along with having strengths in technology, the digital realm, and human resources.
Further, Naidu said the state aims to contribute 160 GW to the Centre’s target of 500 GW of green energy production by 2030.
He also reminded the audience that he recently announced the Green Hydrogen Valley in Amaravati and reiterated his Quantum Valley initiative in the greenfield capital city.
According to the TDP supremo, Google is set to build its largest data centre outside the US in Vizag.
Urging investors to partner with Andhra Pradesh, Naidu promised to take their initiatives to a logical conclusion.
He added that trust is crucial—it cannot be built overnight, as it takes time. PTI STH SSK
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