Andhra Pradesh is striving to establish itself as a key player in next-generation manufacturing and digital infrastructure, according to state minister Nara Lokesh. The state is transitioning from merely hosting data centers to producing the essential components that drive the global data industry. A new chiller manufacturing facility at Sri City is set to commence construction, marking a significant step in the state’s industrial and digital infrastructure development.
Lokesh, the minister overseeing information technology, electronics & communications, and human resources development, emphasized Andhra Pradesh’s ambition to evolve into a global hub for advanced manufacturing and digital infrastructure. The state’s strategic shift towards manufacturing critical components for the digital economy is exemplified by Carrier Global Corporation’s upcoming facility at Sri City, a move that signifies a pivotal moment in Andhra Pradesh’s journey towards a comprehensive data infrastructure ecosystem.
Carrier’s investment in Andhra Pradesh reflects the state’s strategic pivot from being a data center destination to a global manufacturing hub for essential digital economy components. With substantial investments and a forward-thinking policy framework, Andhra Pradesh is emerging as a prominent data center location in India. The state’s focus on creating a self-sustaining ecosystem, encompassing data center infrastructure and component manufacturing, aims to reduce import reliance, enhance exports, and position India as a leader in data infrastructure manufacturing.
