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Telangana’s Agriculture and Creative Economy Drive Economic Growth: Ministerial Insights at Global Summit 10-December- 2025

Hyderabad, December 10, 2025: Telangana is charting a remarkable path of economic growth, with agriculture positioned as the state’s key growth engine. Speaking at the Global Summit 2025 in Hyderabad, Agriculture Minister Tummala Ramachandra Reddy highlighted the government’s proactive initiatives in promoting sustainable farming, palm oil cultivation, and digital agriculture.

Under the leadership of Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao and Minister Tummala, Telangana has invested over ₹10,000 crore in farmer welfare programs over the past two years. Palm oil cultivation has emerged as a strategic sector for economic and environmental impact. Currently covering 3 lakh acres, the government aims to expand palm oil cultivation to 10 lakh acres, enhancing green cover while offering long-term profitability to farmers. Minister Tummala emphasized that sustainable palm oil farming will be a “game-changer” for Telangana’s agricultural landscape.

At the summit, Minister Tummala also reviewed the progress of the Integrated Oil Palm Complex in Khammam’s Gubbagurthi village, spearheaded by M/s Godrej Agrovet Limited. The 116-acre facility includes a palm oil nursery, R&D center, seed processing unit, and a processing facility. The complex is designed to incorporate advanced processing technologies, strengthen research on climate-resilient crops, and improve seed quality through strategic international collaboration with Malaysian and Thai partners.

The initiative underscores Telangana’s vision for eco-friendly, digital, and smart agriculture, aiming to transform the sector with cutting-edge research and high-quality, climate-resilient crop varieties. Minister Tummala stressed that agriculture, along with its allied economic systems valued at $34.6 billion, is expected to reach $400 billion by 2047, fueling Telangana’s economic ambitions.

Hyderabad Emerges as a Global Entertainment Hub

In a parallel session at the Global Summit, Telangana Roads, Buildings, and Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy highlighted Hyderabad’s rise as a major hub for the global creative economy. Addressing delegates under the theme “The Creative Century: India’s Soft Power & The Future of Entertainment”, he noted that Indian cinema, music, gaming, and digital content are increasingly shaping global audiences, with Indian films being viewed in over 170 countries.

Hyderabad boasts world-class infrastructure including Ramoji Film City, advanced VFX and gaming companies, and a diverse creative workforce. The Telangana government is actively supporting the ecosystem through incentive-based policies, international production facilitation, and innovation centers for AVGC-XR (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, Extended Reality).

Minister Komatireddy emphasized the government’s commitment to sustainable growth and industry welfare, offering capital subsidies for large-scale investments, production reimbursements for use of local resources, and welfare contributions from increased ticket pricing. He highlighted that while technology will revolutionize content creation, human-centered storytelling will remain the heart of entertainment.

Positioning Hyderabad as India’s gateway to global entertainment, the minister invited international studios, streaming platforms, gaming companies, and investors to participate in shaping the future of the creative economy.

Telangana Rising Global Summit Day 1 Secures Massive Investment Commitments Exceeding ₹2.5 Lakh Crore-10-December- 2024

Hyderabad: Day 1 of the Telangana Rising Global Summit witnessed extraordinary investor enthusiasm, with the state government announcing investment commitments exceeding ₹2.43 lakh crore, across sectors such as deep tech, aerospace, renewable energy, media, entertainment, and urban development. A total of 35 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, marking a powerful start to the event and reinforcing Telangana’s push toward its ‘Vision 2047’ economic goals.

Salman Khan Ventures Industries Announces ₹10,000 Cr Film & Entertainment Hub

In one of the most notable announcements of the day, Salman Khan Ventures Industries, owned by Bollywood actor Salman Khan, committed to investing ₹10,000 crore to develop a special township and a world-class film and television studio in Telangana.
The proposed project will feature entertainment infrastructure of international standards, further boosting the state’s growing presence in the media and creative economy.

Brookfield–Axis Ventures Consortium to Build Deep Tech Hub With ₹75,000 Cr Investment

A major global partnership between Brookfield and Axis Ventures committed ₹75,000 crore to establish a global R&D and Deep Tech hub at the upcoming “Bharat Future City”.
This project aims to position Telangana as India’s foremost destination for emerging technologies, advanced research and innovation-driven industries.

Trump Group Announces Over ₹1 Lakh Crore Commitment

The summit also saw a massive proposal from the Trump Group, announcing investments exceeding ₹1 lakh crore in media, technology, and integrated infrastructure development—strengthening the state’s international investment profile.

GMR Group Signs MoU Worth ₹15,000 Cr

Infrastructure giant GMR Group signed an MoU in the aerospace and defence sector, committing ₹15,000 crore for:

Cargo expansion
Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) facilities
Aviation-related ecosystem development

This investment will enhance Hyderabad’s stature as a major aerospace and cargo hub.

Vingroup (Vietnam) to Invest $3 Billion (Approx. ₹25,000 Cr)

Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup signed an MoU to invest $3 billion (approximately ₹25,000 crore) across:

Urban development
Electric vehicles (EVs)
Renewable and clean energy projects

The investment positions Telangana as a preferred destination for global EV and energy corporations.

Diverse Investment Flow Across All Sectors

According to Minister Babu, companies from Deep Tech City to textile and manufacturing units expressed strong interest in setting up facilities in Telangana.
He emphasized that the scale and diversity of the investments reflect the state’s stable industrial policy, global investor confidence, and its vision to emerge as an economic powerhouse over the next two decades.

Telangana Rising Global Summit–2047 Enters Day Two with a Strong Focus on Sports Excellence-08-Dec-2025

The second day of the Telangana Rising Global Summit–2047 witnessed the Telangana Olympic Gold Quest Conference, where State Sports Minister Vakati Srihari outlined the government’s ambitious roadmap to elevate Telangana’s sports ecosystem and boost India’s medal tally at the 2036 Olympics.

Speaking at the conference, Minister Srihari said that since the formation of the Congress government in the state, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has introduced significant reforms in the sports sector, including the launch of a new State Sports Policy.
He emphasized that the policy is designed to increase Telangana’s representation at international sports events, especially the 2036 Olympics.

To strengthen the sports infrastructure, the state has established the Telangana Sports Hub, comprising athletes, industrialists, and senior government officials as committee members. Additionally, a Sports Development Fund has been created for resource mobilization and for enhancing the sports framework across the state.

The Minister announced the formation of the Young India Physical Education & Sports University and the Young India Sports Authority, aimed at nurturing future talent. Through the Sports Authority of Telangana, efforts are underway to bolster sports training from the school level.
Special training centers are also being set up for girls and para-athletes.

To ensure that athletes receive world-class training, partnerships are being pursued with global institutions such as Loughborough University and Korea National Sport University.

As part of widespread infrastructure development, the government is establishing mini-stadiums in all 119 Assembly constituencies and creating sports grounds in villages. A major highlight is the plan to build a 1,000-acre Satellite Sports City near Hyderabad with the goal of transforming the city into a premier host for Olympic and international sports events.

The Minister noted that sports-tech startups and tourism initiatives are advancing with the support of T-Hub and TS-iPASS.

He reiterated the government’s commitment to athlete welfare, highlighting schemes such as graded incentives, insurance coverage, and Guru Vandana for coaches. Inviting collaborations, he encouraged stakeholders to partner with the state government in coaching, infrastructure, innovation, and athlete development.

The conference saw participation from several eminent personalities, including Minority Affairs Minister, former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin, Telangana Olympic Association President A.P. Jithender Reddy, Sports Authority of Telangana Chairman Shiva Sena Reddy, Special Chief Secretary for Sports Jayesh Ranjan, former cricketers Anil Kumble and Ambati Rayudu, badminton champions Pullela Gopichand, P.V. Sindhu, Jwala Gutta, senior sports journalist Bala Majumdar, and Sports Hub member Vita Dani, among others.

Community Service Initiatives at Dr. M. Channa Reddy Memorial Rock Garden – December 2, 2025

On the occasion of the 29th Death Anniversary of former Chief Minister Dr. Marri Channa Reddy, multiple impactful community service programs were organized at the Dr. M. Channa Reddy Memorial Rock Garden, Indira Park, Hyderabad, bringing together donors, doctors, children, volunteers, and several NGOs in a meaningful celebration of service and humanity.

A Blood Donation Camp, a Free Health & Cancer Screening Camp, and an Art & Painting Session for children were conducted throughout the day, reflecting the values of compassion and public service that Dr. Channa Reddy stood for.

The day began with a peaceful bhajan program at 9:00 AM, followed by floral tributes at 10:00 AM at Dr. Channa Reddy’s samadhi.

🩸 Blood Donation Camp

Organized by the Dr. M. Channa Reddy Memorial Trust in collaboration with Aarohi Blood Bank and the Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society Blood Bank, the blood donation drive received an inspiring response with 150 donors participating.
This support is especially crucial for children suffering from Thalassemia, who require blood transfusions every 2–3 weeks for survival.
The camp was coordinated by Mr. Krishna Reddy, with the presence of family members and followers of Dr. Channa Reddy, along with volunteers from Badruka College ,AV College NCC & NSS, OBD, Rajmata Foundation, ASWA, Janma Foundation, Yuva Seva, Youth For Seva, STASS, Asya Foundation, and many public participants.

🌿 Free Health & Cancer Screening Camp

The CSR Memorial Foundation, along with Lions Club of Hyderabad Prerana and MNJ Cancer Hospital, organized a large free health camp benefiting around 250 people.
The services included consultations from General Physicians, Gynecologists, Pediatricians, Dental and Eye specialists, ECG, BP, Sugar tests, and Alternative Medicine guidance.
Breast Cancer Screening (Mammography) and Cervical Cancer Screening (Pap Smear) were provided with the support of Ankur Hospital, Renova–NIGL Hospitals, and Lions Eye Hospital Balanagar.
These screenings helped raise awareness on preventive healthcare and early detection.

🎨 Art & Painting Session for Children

As a heartfelt tribute to Dr. Channa Reddy, an Art & Painting Session was organized by APSA Foundation with support from CSR Memorial Foundation.
Around 40 children participated enthusiastically under the guidance of the APSA “Atharapu” team and Shri Krishna Reddy garu, expressing their creativity through colors and drawings.
This initiative encouraged young minds to celebrate art, learning, and the inspirational legacy of Dr. Channa Reddy.

❤️ A Day of Service, Tribute, and Community Spirit

Across all three events, hundreds of participants—including donors, doctors, volunteers, NGOs, and children—came together with great enthusiasm.
The collective efforts made the day a memorable and impactful tribute to Dr. Marri Channa Reddy’s vision of serving society with dedication and compassion.

🙏 Heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making these initiatives a grand success.

Art and Painting Session – 29th Death Anniversary of Dr. Marri Channa Reddy-2-Dec-2025

Date: 2nd December 2025
Venue: Dr. Channa Reddy Memorial Rock Garden, Indira Park (Opp. NTR Stadium)

The APSA Foundation, in collaboration with the CSR Memorial Foundation, respectfully observed the 29th death anniversary of Dr. Marri Channa Reddy, honouring his remarkable legacy as a visionary leader and statesman.

As part of this commemoration, APSA Foundation organized a special children’s art and painting session, encouraging young artists to express themes of leadership, environment, and social harmony.
A total of 40 children participated with enthusiasm, showcasing creativity and vibrant imagination.

This meaningful activity was planned and executed by the APSA Foundation team “Atharapu,” bringing children together to learn, create, and pay homage to Dr. Channa Reddy in a thoughtful and inspiring way.

The event was successfully organized under the guidance of Shri Krishna Reddy garu, with strong support from the CSR Memorial Foundation. Their contribution ensured seamless coordination and an engaging experience for all young participants.

The Foundation extends heartfelt thanks to all volunteers, parents, and supporters who contributed to making this tribute event memorable and impactful.