As Visakhapatnam prepares to host the 30th CII Partnership Summit 2025 on November 14–15 at AU Engineering College Grounds, all eyes are on Andhra Pradesh, the rising star of India’s industrial landscape. With 44,000 acres of land earmarked for industrial development, a massive green hydrogen hub, and world-class connectivity projects, the State offers an unbeatable package for investors.
According to industry experts, the essential factors for industrial growth—land, power, water, transport, manpower, and raw materials—are abundantly available in Andhra Pradesh. The Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (APIIC) has already designated land across 20 districts, with Tirupati, Anakapalli, and Kadapa leading in availability. Strategically, over 92% of this land lies near major National Industrial Corridors—Bengaluru-Hyderabad, Chennai-Bengaluru, and Chennai-Visakhapatnam.
The upcoming NTPC Green Hydrogen Hub near Visakhapatnam, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in January 2025, is set to make Andhra Pradesh a leader in clean energy. Expected to be operational by 2032, it will produce 1,500 TPD of green hydrogen and 7,500 TPD of derivatives, including green methanol and sustainable aviation fuel.
Connectivity is another key strength. The Bhogapuram International Airport, South Coast Railway Zone, and four major ports, including Visakhapatnam Port Trust, will boost trade and logistics.
The State is also rich in mineral wealth, housing the world’s largest barite deposit at Mangampeta and vast reserves of limestone, bauxite, and rare earth elements. The Jonnagiri gold mine in Kurnool adds to its economic allure, capable of producing 750 kg of gold annually, according to an SBI research report.
With strategic planning, green energy leadership, and abundant natural resources, Andhra Pradesh is poised to become India’s next industrial and investment hub.
