At Davos, Telangana secures major investments in AI and life sciences, unveiling new policies and flagship projects to boost jobs and innovation.

Telangana’s push to position itself as a global technology and life sciences hub gained fresh momentum at the World Economic Forum in Davos, with the state securing multiple high-value investment commitments in artificial intelligence, data infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing.

Leading the delegation, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy showcased the state’s long-term roadmap, anchored by new policy frameworks such as an AI Innovation Hub and a Next-Generation Life Sciences Policy. These initiatives, according to the delegation, are designed to attract large-scale capital, create jobs, and strengthen Telangana’s innovation ecosystem.

Among the major announcements was a ₹5,000 crore AI-ready data centre project with UPC Volt, signalling confidence in Hyderabad’s digital infrastructure. Global major Schneider Electric also committed to expanding its manufacturing footprint in the state with investments of over ₹600 crore. Adding to the momentum, L'Oréal announced a €350 million Beauty-Tech centre in Hyderabad, expected to generate around 2,000 jobs.

The state government reiterated that flagship initiatives such as Green Pharma City are central to its ambition of attracting $25 billion in investments and creating five lakh jobs in the coming years, as outlined in the new life sciences strategy.

Beyond investment pitches, Revanth Reddy also proposed making Hyderabad a regular follow-up venue for WEF-linked engagements, underlining Telangana’s intent to stay connected with global industry leaders beyond Davos. The Chief Minister additionally held discussions with Nara Lokesh, focusing on collaboration in IT, skilling, and innovation between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.

The scale and diversity of commitments announced at Davos suggest that Telangana is increasingly being viewed as a serious contender in AI and life sciences, not just within India but globally. For local startups and professionals, these investments could translate into deeper ecosystems, better jobs, and stronger global linkages. However, the real test will lie in execution on the ground, as timely clearances and infrastructure delivery will determine whether these headline deals convert into lasting economic gains.