Lokesh Interacts with Students at JNTU Kakinada, Shares Vision for Youth-Driven Andhra Pradesh

Jan 31, 2026 | 515 Views

Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, IT, and Electronics, Nara Lokesh, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to making Andhra Pradesh a number one state across all sectors, with students playing a central role in shaping its future. Interacting with students under the “Hello Lokesh” programme at JNTU Kakinada, he said his Padayatra offered deep insights into public aspirations, especially those of youth, which are now guiding governance decisions. He highlighted that since the coalition government assumed office, nearly four lakh jobs have been created, with a strong emphasis on decentralised development, cluster-based industrial growth, and transforming students from job seekers into job creators through skills, innovation, and research. Addressing a wide range of student questions, the Minister spoke on sustainable development, green energy, industrial investments, education reforms, and social responsibility. He stressed the importance of moral values, continuous learning, research funding by industries on the lines of CSR, and reducing children’s exposure to harmful social media through age-appropriate digital regulations. Lokesh underlined that Andhra Pradesh is building strong ecosystems in sectors such as IT, renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, aqua research, and green molecules, while strengthening public education, healthcare infrastructure, and employment pathways to ensure inclusive and balanced growth across all regions of the state.

Public Participation Key to Disaster Management, Says Union Minister Bandi Sanjay

Jan 27, 2026 | 362 Views

Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay emphasized that active public participation, preparedness, and coordination are critical for effective disaster response. Speaking at an interaction with “Aapda Mitra” volunteers organized by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi, he praised the role of trained community volunteers in saving lives during emergencies. The Minister reiterated the Government of India’s commitment to building a strong, people-centric disaster management system and highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Ten-Point Agenda on Disaster Risk Reduction, which has earned India global recognition. Highlighting the growing strength of the Aapda Mitra program, the Minister noted that over one lakh trained volunteers, along with youth organizations such as NSS, NCC, My Bharat, and Bharat Scouts and Guides, are actively contributing to disaster preparedness nationwide. He welcomed the participation of 150 Aapda Mitra volunteers in the Republic Day Parade and the special NDMA tableau, calling it a proud moment for community-based disaster response. The Minister also launched guidelines on Disaster Victim Identification and Management, distributed digital certificates to “Your Friend” volunteers, and called for improved data systems and coordinated efforts to enhance preparedness at district and national levels.

Community Service Marks Nara Lokesh’s Birthday at Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital

Jan 23, 2026 | 514 Views

On the occasion of Andhra Pradesh Minister and TDP National General Secretary Nara Lokesh’s birthday, members of the TDP Forum–Singapore, led by Matta, organized a community service program at Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital in Hyderabad. As part of the initiative, a breakfast donation program was conducted, providing meals to nearly 300 patients and attendants, reflecting a strong commitment to compassion and social responsibility. Addressing the gathering, forum member Ramesh emphasized the importance of youth participation in nation-building aligned with the Vision 2047 goal of a developed India, stating that Nara Lokesh’s service-oriented leadership serves as an inspiration. Several TDP leaders, party workers, and supporters participated in the event, extending birthday greetings and expressing hope that such humanitarian initiatives would continue to strengthen community welfare and inclusive leadership.

OpenAI to Explore AI University Collaboration with Andhra Pradesh Government

Dec 09, 2025 | 488 Views

Andhra Pradesh IT, Electronics and Education Minister Nara Lokesh met OpenAI CTO Srinivas Narayanan in San Francisco to discuss strategic collaboration in Artificial Intelligence development. Lokesh highlighted the state’s vision of ensuring “One AI-powered citizen per household” and requested OpenAI’s support in building AI skill development programs for students. He proposed offering free ChatGPT access to school and undergraduate students in the initial phase to expand AI literacy across the state. Minister Lokesh also invited OpenAI to collaborate on establishing a dedicated AI University in Andhra Pradesh, and to consider the state—which is rapidly becoming a data center hub—as a potential location for OpenAI’s future data center infrastructure. Responding to the proposal, Srinivas Narayanan said OpenAI is already working with global tech leaders like Infosys and TCS on enterprise AI solutions and would further review Andhra Pradesh’s proposals with a high-level delegation. OpenAI currently serves users in over 180 countries, and ChatGPT parent company holds a market valuation of nearly $90 billion, generating $3.5 billion in revenue last year through enterprise solutions, API services, and ChatGPT Plus subscriptions.

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.