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Telangana Emerges as AI Innovation Hub, Courts US Investors at Delhi Summit

Telangana's IT Minister promoted the state as a premier destination for AI-driven innovation and US investment at the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi. He emphasized the state's robust infrastructure, stable policies, and active public-private partnerships with leading tech firms. The minister outlined key initiatives like AI University and sector-specific innovation centers, framing AI safety as foundational to sustainable growth. Discussions also advanced a proposed technology skills corridor between Hyderabad and Jakarta to foster international talent exchange.

Key Points: Telangana AI Hub Offers US Investors Scalable Tech Platforms

  • World-class AI infrastructure
  • Stable, forward-looking policies
  • Public-private partnerships with US firms
  • AI strengthening governance
  • Focus on health, agriculture, education
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Telangana emerging as hub for AI-driven innovation: IT Minister​

Telangana IT Minister highlights state's AI ecosystem, infrastructure, and policy stability as key opportunities for US investors at India AI Summit.

"AI safety is not a barrier to innovation but its very foundation. - D. Sridhar Babu"

Hyderabad, Feb 19

Telangana's emergence as a hub for AI-driven innovation was highlighted before representatives of the US-India Business Council on Thursday at the USIBC Round Table during the India AI Impact Summit-2026 in Delhi.​

Addressing the Round Table, Minister for Industry and Information Technology D. Sridhar Babu said that, with world-class infrastructure and a strong technology ecosystem, Telangana offers compelling opportunities for US investors seeking scalable, future-ready platforms.​

In his keynote address, the minister told the USIBC that stable, forward-looking policies have created a solid foundation for AI research and deployment.​

Public-private partnerships with leading US tech firms are being advanced, while artificial intelligence is already strengthening governance through real-time monitoring of public services. Telangana stands committed to innovation-led growth and global collaboration, he said.​

He stated that Telangana, a platform for innovations in artificial intelligence, offers many opportunities for American investors.​

He said that the state government is already encouraging public participation in partnerships with American tech giants.​

The minister explained that forward-looking sustainable policies have become a basis for AI research.​

He noted that the state government has positioned Telangana as a leader in AI by setting up innovation centres focused on sectors such as health, agriculture, education, and urban development.

​The establishment of AI University, AI Hubs, and the development of a skilled workforce will be given top priority in the state budget to be presented soon, he added.​

"In New Delhi, our message was that AI safety is not a barrier to innovation but its very foundation. Growth without safeguards risks eroding public trust, and responsible standards will determine how far artificial intelligence can truly advance," Sridhar Babu posted on 'X'.​

"Telangana is building that future through AIKAM, TGDeX, AI City, and Bharat Future City by scaling innovation with sustainability, shared responsibility, and citizen-centric governance at its core," he added.​

Sridhar Babu said meaningful discussions were held with Indonesia's Vice Minister for Communications and Digital Affairs, Nezar Patria, on the sidelines of the summit.​

The meeting focused on Indonesia's proposal to establish a Hyderabad-Jakarta Technology Skills Development Corridor to facilitate the exchange of technological talent, strengthen skill development frameworks, and deepen collaboration between Telangana's and Indonesia's startup and innovation ecosystems.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to see the minister talking about AI safety and public trust. Too often, tech is pushed without thinking of consequences. If Telangana can get this right with responsible standards, it can be a true model for the rest of India. The Jakarta corridor idea is also interesting for global ties.
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Arjun K
All these announcements are great, but I hope the benefits reach beyond Hyderabad. Will there be AI hubs in Warangal or Karimnagar? We need to ensure development is statewide, not just concentrated in the capital. The budget priorities will be key to watch.
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Sarah B
Working with a US tech firm here, the policy stability in Telangana is indeed a major plus for investors. The mention of real-time monitoring of public services through AI is crucial. If it can reduce corruption and improve delivery, it's a win for every citizen.
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Karthik V
AI University is a visionary step! We need to build talent locally instead of just importing it. My respectful criticism: the government must ensure these partnerships with US giants also lead to meaningful tech transfer and IP creation within India, not just service contracts.
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Meera T
As a teacher, I'm most excited about AI in education. If it can help personalize learning in our crowded government schools, it will be revolutionary. Hope the innovation centres work closely with actual educators and parents, not just tech companies. The potential is huge! 🙏

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