After being on the back burner for investors, Andhra Pradesh is now firmly back on their radar with record commitments of ₹20 lakh crore in investments, some of which have already been secured. These projects have the potential to create 20 lakh direct and indirect jobs. With structural changes and a focus on the speed of doing business, the face of the State’s economy is now changing. businessline spoke with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on these changes.

Edited excepts:

How do you see the perception of Andhra Pradesh among the industry in the context of investment deals sealed in the recent past?

Over the last 18 months, Andhra Pradesh has achieved a turnaround in its brand image and attracted nearly ₹20 lakh crore in investments. This has been achieved through a

See Full Page