Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu expressed his vision for Amaravati to surpass Hyderabad in development. He highlighted the government’s efforts to revitalize Amaravati after years of neglect, aiming to transform it into a cutting-edge capital city. Naidu emphasized the integration of technology in building a “Smart City” and a sustainable “Blue-Green” capital.
Naidu, speaking at the South Asian Learning Summit 2026, reminisced about his past initiatives in developing Hyderabad as an IT hub during his tenure as Chief Minister of undivided Andhra Pradesh. He credited strategic decisions made in the 1990s for Hyderabad’s growth as a technology and pharmaceutical hub. Naidu also mentioned the establishment of the Indian School of Business (ISB) and Genome Valley as key milestones in the region’s progress.
The Chief Minister highlighted the significant contributions of Hyderabad’s ecosystem to the pharmaceutical sector, particularly noting Genome Valley’s role in global vaccine supply during the COVID-19 pandemic. He underscored the transformative impact of past reforms across various sectors, making Hyderabad a leading city known for its quality of life. Naidu emphasized that despite Andhra Pradesh’s bifurcation, past decisions have positively impacted the state’s economic growth and investment attractiveness.
Naidu outlined the state government’s focus on future technologies like Quantum Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and Drones. He mentioned the establishment of specialized hubs for Space, Electronics, and Drone technologies, along with initiatives in Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia for sustainable energy production. Naidu projected Andhra Pradesh as a frontrunner in green energy production within the South Indian region, aiming for a sustainable and prosperous future.
