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Google Data Center in Andhra Pradesh: 13 Months of Relentless Effort Behind Global Milestone — Lokesh

Oct 24, 2025 | 526 Views

Melbourne, October 24: Andhra Pradesh IT and Education Minister Nara Lokesh announced that the establishment of the Google Data Center in AP was the result of 13 months of relentless effort by the state government. Addressing the CII Partnership Summit Roadshow organized by the Australia India Business Council (AIBC) in Melbourne, Lokesh said this major achievement reflects Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s visionary leadership and the state’s investor-friendly governance. Lokesh highlighted that Andhra Pradesh has already attracted ₹10 lakh crore in investments within just 16 months, calling it “only the beginning.” He emphasized AP’s collaborative model of governance, saying, “Once you join hands with us, it’s no longer your project — it becomes our project.” He explained that every project is tracked daily through dedicated coordination groups, ensuring faster clearances and transparent execution. Explaining the journey behind Google’s decision, Lokesh said the project took shape through continuous engagement with Google’s leadership, site visits, and policy-level coordination with the central government, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and key ministers. “What began as a state-level proposal has now positioned India as a global data center hub,” he said, adding that AP completed its commitments within the agreed timeframe. Lokesh invited global investors to participate in the CII Partnership Summit scheduled in Visakhapatnam on November 14–15, describing the city as the next major economic and industrial hub of India. He said Andhra Pradesh is on track to become a $2.4 trillion economy, with a focus on 15 key sectors including renewable energy, steel, aquaculture, and quantum computing. “AP is now the second fastest-growing state in India, and soon we’ll be number one,” Lokesh declared confidently.

AP Development Accelerates with PM Modi’s Support and GST 2.0 Reforms: CM Chandrababu

Oct 17, 2025 | 544 Views

Kurnool, October 16, 2025: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his continuous support to the state, describing the PM as a 21st-century leader whose policies have accelerated India’s economic growth. Speaking at the Super GST – Super Savings public event in Kurnool, CM Chandrababu highlighted the benefits of GST 2.0 reforms, which have reduced tax rates for 99% of goods, generating significant savings for middle-class and low-income families while boosting MSMEs and businesses. He stated that each family could save up to ₹15,000 annually, and lauded the festive implementation of GST reforms during Dussehra and Diwali. The CM emphasized that the “Double Engine” government—with central and state collaboration—has led to accelerated development in Andhra Pradesh. Under PM Modi’s guidance, the state has attracted record investments, including projects in Visakhapatnam Steel, Google AI Data Hub, Bharat Petroleum refinery, and numerous industrial corridors. Plans for a High Court bench in Rayalaseema and upcoming industries in steel, aerospace, defense, electronics, drones, green energy, and food processing were also highlighted as transformative for the region. CM Chandrababu underscored the significance of PM Modi’s “Made in India” vision, noting initiatives from semiconductors to satellites, which have strengthened domestic manufacturing. He described how welfare programs such as Mega DSC, PM Kisan Annadata Sukhibhava, Strishakti, Deepam 2.0, and pension schemes have been successfully implemented with central support, delivering direct benefits to citizens. He reiterated that PM Modi’s proactive leadership has turned Andhra Pradesh into a model state, showcasing how policy continuity ensures rapid development. During the event, the CM also praised PM Modi for laying the foundation of ₹13,429 crore central projects in the state, including roadways, railways, and industrial infrastructure. He concluded that the Prime Minister’s decisive actions, strong governance, and people-centric policies have not only benefited Andhra Pradesh but also strengthened India’s global economic position.