Andhra Pradesh minister Nara Lokesh meets PM Modi, seeks Centre's backing on investments

"I look forward to his continued guidance and blessings as we advance key initiatives for growth and prosperity," he said in a post on X. (Image: X/@naralokesh)

Andhra Pradesh IT and Human Resource Development Minister Nara Lokesh met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Friday and sought the Centre’s continued support for the State’s development and investment initiatives.

Lokesh thanked the Prime Minister for the recent GST rationalisation, describing it as a landmark reform that would energise MSMEs and reduce the burden on the middle class. He also conveyed gratitude for the Centre’s "seadfast support for Andhra Pradesh’s development and investment agenda."

The minister specifically requested PM Modi’s assistance in attracting investments to Andhra Pradesh, with a focus on the IT, electronics, and communication sector. He expressed appreciation for the approval granted to establish a semiconductor unit in the State, which he described as a major step toward industrial growth.

I had the privilege of calling on Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji today. I conveyed gratitude for the recent GST rationalisation, a landmark step that will energise MSMEs and ease the burden on the middle class. I also thanked him for the Government of India’s… pic.twitter.com/13wE9OK912

— Lokesh Nara (@naralokesh) September 5, 2025

Highlighting the state government’s reforms in the education sector, Lokesh sought the PM's "guidance" in improving academic standards and achieving better results. He reiterated Andhra Pradesh’s commitment to contributing to the realisation of Viksit Bharat 2047. "I look forward to his continued guidance and blessings as we advance key initiatives for growth and prosperity," he said in a post on X.

PM Modi, in response, assured that the Centre would extend its fullest support for the development of Andhra Pradesh. On the occasion, Lokesh presented the Prime Minister with a coffee table book on Yoga Andhra.

Separately, Lokesh also met Union External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, where he sought support for various initiatives of the State Government.

A press release from the Andhra Pradesh Government stated that the visit was a courtesy call, reflecting the state’s determination to strengthen cooperative federalism and accelerate growth.