Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has sought the cooperation of IIT professionals to develop Andhra Pradesh as a global knowledge hub, during the PanIIT Summit in Vijayawada.
He expressed confidence that the collective efforts of IIT alumni, educational institutions, industry, and the government would contribute to the State’s technological and economic development, as reported by newindianexpress.com.
Addressing the media after the PAN IIT Andhra Pradesh Summit 2026 in Vijayawada, the Chief Minister stated that India’s 23 IITs had produced around five lakh IIT graduates who had made significant contributions across various sectors worldwide.
Naidu said the summit provided a valuable platform for experts from diverse fields to exchange innovative ideas, discuss emerging technologies, and explore opportunities for their practical application.
The establishment of the Pan-IIT World Council in Amaravati would create one of the world’s largest academic and professional networks, he added.
This initiative is significant for readers in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana as it aims to foster technological and economic development, potentially creating new opportunities and enhancing the region's global standing.