The Government of Andhra Pradesh hosted a high-profile Investor Roadshow in the evening of September 16 in London at the Institute of Directors, Pall Mall, as part of its global outreach to attract investments ahead of the CII Partnership Summit 2025, scheduled to be held in Visakhapatnam on November 14–15.
The event was a grand success, bringing together more than 150 senior executives and global leaders representing sectors such as advanced manufacturing, finance, energy, and technology. Among the distinguished participants were representatives from Ericsson, Cyient, Evante Global, AI OpenSec, Bank of America, and the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
The Roadshow featured a keynote presentation on Andhra Pradesh’s industrial roadmap, followed by a fireside chat between Minister Nara Lokesh and Harshul Asnani, President & Head– Europe Business, Tech Mahindra and Member of CII India UK Business Forum.
The Minister also held a series of high-level bilateral engagements with leading global companies, including the Hinduja Group, Rolls-Royce, Apollo Tyres, ArcelorMittal, and Coventry University. In his remarks during the conversation with global leaders, Minister Lokesh positioned Andhra Pradesh as India’s fastest-growing state and one of the most compelling destinations for international investment.
He noted that in just fifteen months since the formation of the new government, the state had secured investments worth over USD 114 Billion (Rs.10 lakh crore), with land already allotted and projects underway. He emphasized that Andhra Pradesh’s greatest advantage lies in its unmatched speed of doing business, underpinned by fast approvals, transparent land allotment, and proactive facilitation by the state government.
Sharing his vision with industry leaders, Minister Lokesh said, “Our message in London is clear: the sunrise state of Andhra Pradesh is the best place to do business in India. In just 15 months, we have facilitated investments worth over Rs.10 lakh crore and are now engaging global partners to be part of our journey towards becoming a USD 2.4 trillion economy by 2047”.
The UK Roadshow is not just about investments, but about building long-term partnerships in booming industries like data centers, semiconductors, renewable energy, EVs, and AI-led innovation, he added.
The Minister also outlined the government’s long-term roadmap to transform Andhra Pradesh into a USD 2.4 trillion economy by 2047, with a strong focus on data centers, semiconductors, renewable energy, electric vehicles, and AI-driven innovation.
Reflecting on the success of the London engagement, Harshul Asnani said, “The London Roadshow has reinforced Andhra Pradesh’s position as one of India’s most dynamic investment destinations. With its strong leadership, forward-looking policies, and focus on technology and sustainability”.
“Andhra Pradesh is set to play a pivotal role in strengthening India–UK economic ties. CII looks forward to working closely with the Government of Andhra Pradesh to make the upcoming Partnership Summit in Visakhapatnam a global success,” he added.