Tata Group will continue to be part of Andhra's growth: CM Chandrababu Naidu

Chandrababu Naidu had a meeting with the Executive Chairman of the Tata Group, Chandrasekharan, which totally reflected on the remarkable legacy of the late Ratan Tata.

In a message later posted on X Chandrababu Naidu said Ratan Tata's visionary leadership and contribution to the country have left an indelible mark on India's industrial landscape.

Ratan Tata had made an immense contribution to the growth of Andhra Pradesh, Chandrababu said and stated that the Tata Group will continue to be an important stakeholder in the progress of the State.

"During my meeting with Mr Chandrasekharan I also discussed some key areas of growth in the State in which both the Andhra Pradesh Government and the Tata Group could collaborate," the Chief Minister mentioned in his X message.

The Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is committed to establishing a new Information Technology (IT) Development Centre in Visakhapatnam with a potential of 10,000 jobs, Chandrababu said.

Also, to boost tourism and industrial growth in the State Indian Hotels is exploring the possibilities of setting up another 20 hotels across the State like Taj, Vivanta, Gateway, SeleCtions and Ginger Hotels along with a large convention centre, he added.

Tata Power is also evaluating to set up plants to generate over five gigawatts (GW) in solar and wind with a potential of Rs 40,000 cr investment, the Chief Minister said.

"We also explored potential collaboration to innovate deep tech and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for primary healthcare. The Ratan Tata Innovation Hub will mentor entrepreneurship across the State with the aim of achieving our 'One Family-One Entrepreneur' vision which is a fitting tribute to the legend who believed in empowering grassroots," Chandrababu observed in his X message.

The Chief Minister expressed confidence that these initiatives will certainly play a crucial role in driving growth and development across the State. (ANI)