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India Today
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Nara Lokesh amid language row: Telugu people coolest, speak only development
Amid the ongoing language row in South Indian states and Maharashtra, the Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh's message to manufacturers — urging them to come and build in the state regardless of their language or food habits — is winning to a tweet hailing him as the "coolest politician in India right now," Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's son took to X and wrote: "It's not me, it's the Telugu people who are the coolest. Development is the only language here. Everyone who speaks this language is welcome in AP. " advertisementOn Saturday, Lokesh, inviting the Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra to set up shop in Andhra Pradesh, the IT minister wrote, "We greatly value your ongoing investments in AP, sir. I look forward to deepening it further. I have been reading about your group's expansion plans in EVs, defence and aerospace manufacturing." In his pitch, Lokesh further highlighted Andhra's welcoming nature. "Also, your workforce will feel most welcome and speak whichever language they wish to," he wrote on X. He further said that Andhra would welcome Mahindra's workforce and 'impress you with our speed and approach.'Lokesh was responding to Mahindra's earlier post stating, "We would be proud to be a partner in Andhra Pradesh's journey. Our teams are already in discussions across multiple sectors, from solar energy to micro-irrigation and of course, tourism."Earlier, Lokesh responded to an advertisement posted by Mahindra Group, saying, "Loved the Telugu ad, sir. AP is a large market for your vehicles and I'm sure the ad would be loved. Speaking of which, why not consider a #Mahindra manufacturing facility in the sunrise state Andhra Pradesh to take advantage of our advanced automotive ecosystem and large market. Would love to host your team and showcase the abundant opportunities available here!"- Ends
Economic Times
a day ago
- Business
- Economic Times
'Speak any language...': As Karnataka fumbles with aerospace plan, Andhra lures Mahindra with incentives
Synopsis Andhra Pradesh is actively courting the Mahindra Group, with Minister Nara Lokesh inviting them to establish a manufacturing unit. He emphasized the state's investor-friendly policies and incentives across sectors like EVs and aerospace. Anand Mahindra expressed interest in partnering with Andhra Pradesh, mentioning ongoing talks in solar energy and tourism. Andhra Pradesh IT and Industries Minister Nara Lokesh has invited the Mahindra Group to set up a manufacturing unit in the state. He highlighted Andhra's strong business policies, promising a fast, friendly, and flexible environment for investors. ADVERTISEMENT In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Lokesh addressed Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, saying, 'We greatly value your ongoing investments in AP, sir. I look forward to deepening it further.' He mentioned Mahindra's expansion plans in electric vehicles (EVs), defence, and aerospace, and said Andhra Pradesh has tailor-made policies for every sector with attractive incentives. He also assured that the state offers a comfortable experience for workers, 'Your workforce will feel most welcome and speak whichever language they wish to.' Anand Mahindra had earlier posted, 'We would be proud to be a partner in Andhra Pradesh's journey.'He said his team was already in talks across sectors like solar energy, micro-irrigation, and Lokesh had responded to a Mahindra ad in Telugu, calling it impressive and suggesting a Mahindra manufacturing unit in Andhra, 'AP is a large market for your vehicles… Why not consider a manufacturing facility here?' ADVERTISEMENT This is not the first time Lokesh has promoted Andhra as a business destination. A few days ago, after Karnataka dropped its plan to build an aerospace park near Bengaluru Airport, Lokesh made an open offer to aerospace wrote, 'We have an attractive aerospace policy for you, with best-in-class incentives and over 8000 acres of ready-to-use land (just outside Bengaluru)!' ADVERTISEMENT Karnataka minister G Parameshwara responded to Lokesh's pitch, saying they would not 'let go' of investors. Though he admitted that land in Devanahalli may not be available, he promised that the state would offer other options to keep businesses in Karnataka.'We will definitely not let investors go to other states, such as Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu,' he told reporters. ADVERTISEMENT (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (Catch all the Business News, Breaking News, Budget 2025 Events and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Subscribe to The Economic Times Prime and read the ET ePaper online. NEXT STORY
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
'Speak any language...': As Karnataka fumbles with aerospace plan, Andhra lures Mahindra with incentives
Andhra Pradesh IT and Industries Minister Nara Lokesh has invited the Mahindra Group to set up a manufacturing unit in the state. He highlighted Andhra's strong business policies, promising a fast, friendly, and flexible environment for investors. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Lokesh addressed Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra, saying, 'We greatly value your ongoing investments in AP, sir. I look forward to deepening it further.' Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category MCA Degree Data Science Cybersecurity others Management Project Management Public Policy Others MBA Design Thinking Leadership CXO Data Science Digital Marketing Artificial Intelligence Finance Product Management Healthcare PGDM Skills you'll gain: Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Master of Computer Applications Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details He mentioned Mahindra's expansion plans in electric vehicles (EVs), defence, and aerospace, and said Andhra Pradesh has tailor-made policies for every sector with attractive incentives. He also assured that the state offers a comfortable experience for workers, 'Your workforce will feel most welcome and speak whichever language they wish to.' Anand Mahindra had earlier posted, 'We would be proud to be a partner in Andhra Pradesh's journey.' He said his team was already in talks across sectors like solar energy, micro-irrigation, and tourism. Live Events Earlier, Lokesh had responded to a Mahindra ad in Telugu, calling it impressive and suggesting a Mahindra manufacturing unit in Andhra, 'AP is a large market for your vehicles… Why not consider a manufacturing facility here?' This is not the first time Lokesh has promoted Andhra as a business destination. A few days ago, after Karnataka dropped its plan to build an aerospace park near Bengaluru Airport, Lokesh made an open offer to aerospace companies. He wrote, 'We have an attractive aerospace policy for you, with best-in-class incentives and over 8000 acres of ready-to-use land (just outside Bengaluru)!' Karnataka hits back Karnataka minister G Parameshwara responded to Lokesh's pitch, saying they would not 'let go' of investors. Though he admitted that land in Devanahalli may not be available, he promised that the state would offer other options to keep businesses in Karnataka. 'We will definitely not let investors go to other states, such as Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu,' he told reporters.
New Indian Express
2 days ago
- Automotive
- New Indian Express
Anand Mahindra signals investment interest in Andhra Pradesh after Lokesh's pitch
VIJAYAWADA: Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra has expressed optimism about investment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh, indicating that his teams are already engaged in discussions related to solar energy, micro-irrigation and tourism ventures in the State. In a post on X on Saturday, Mahindra responded to Minister for HRD and IT Nara Lokesh's appeal to consider setting up a Mahindra manufacturing unit in AP. 'Happy to be a part of Andhra Pradesh's journey,' he wrote, suggesting a positive outlook toward potential collaborations. The friendly exchange began when Anand Mahindra shared an advertisement of Mahindra Furio truck in Telugu on his X handle on Friday, captioning it 'Just one decision... Your destiny is in your hands. Own a truck... Change your life.' The post in Telugu resonated strongly, especially with Lokesh, who praised the advertisement as heart-touching, and said it would strike a chord with the people of AP, one of the biggest markets for Mahindra vehicles in India. In his reply, Lokesh highlighted the investment-friendly environment in AP, and urged Mahindra to explore the possibility of setting up a unit in the State. Mahindra's response in Telugu, 'Our journey has just begun. Let's see what happens next,' sparked anticipation of deeper engagement. Lokesh pitches AP's policies to woo Mahindra The exchange has caught the attention of industry watchers and citizens alike. In response, Lokesh thanked Anand Mahindra. 'We greatly value your ongoing investments in AP, sir. I have been reading about your group's expansion plans in EVs, defence and aerospace manufacturing. Andhra Pradesh has tailor-made policies for each sub-sector that can deliver maximum incentives. I would be delighted if you could consider our state for manufacturing as well. We promise to impress you with our speed & approach. Also, your workforce will feel most welcome and speak whichever language they wish to. Unity in diversity,' Lokesh posted on X.
The Hindu
3 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Lokesh tells CAs to be acquainted and updated with their subject
IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh on Saturday called upon the chartered accountants (CA) to be fully acquainted and updated with their subject and gear up to handle advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI). He also appreciated the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) for being the first in the world to implement forensic accounting standards. Addressing a mega student meet of the ICAI titled 'Spoorthi'in Guntur, Mr. Lokesh said that despite completing 76 years, the institute remained an accounting powerhouse and has been a major strength of the Indian financial system. He observed that the importance of CA could be understood from the fact that every budget-approved file required an auditor's seal, and added they were drivers of the country's economic growth. The State government has always valued the inputs given by the ICAI on various matters of financial administration and would keep consulting it for policymaking, he added. Mr. Lokesh insisted that the CA play a significant role in achieving the Prime Minister's vision of Viksit Bharat, which aims to make India a $30 trillion economy by 2047. He stated that in today's world, not only IQ but technology quotient (TQ) was also essential to stay ahead. 'Let us all work together to steer India and Andhra Pradesh towards progress. The future belongs to you, and the government will stand by you,' Mr. Lokesh said. Guntur West MLA Galla Madhavi, ICAI vice-president D. Prasanna Kumar, ICAI south India regional council vice-chairman Muppalla Subba Rao, Guntur branch chairman N. Rajashekhar, South India CA Students' Association Guntur branch chairman Chinta Raghunandan, vice-chairperson B. Jhansi Lakshmi, secretary V.V. Naresh and others took part.
