Andhra Pradesh, over the years, has established a strong presence in agro and food processing, textiles, chemicals & petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, metallurgy, electronics and electrical engineering sectors. The state has the second longest coastline of 972 km among all the states of India, which has created manufacturing and export centric industry.
The FICCI Andhra Pradesh State Council serves as a crucial bridge between the business community and the state government. Through its various initiatives, the council aims to improve the business environment, attract investments, and promote economic growth in Andhra Pradesh. The focus on niche sectors and collaboration with FICCI HO further strengthens its role in driving development and innovation in the region.
• Playing an active role in supporting the state government by providing valuable member feedback and insights.
• Collaborating with the government to identify potential areas for policy and regulatory reforms that can enhance the EODB in Andhra Pradesh.
• Assisting in connecting potential investors with the state government.
• Streamlining the process for potential investors to fast-track their investment initiatives in the state.
• Hosting domestic and international delegations to facilitate B2B and B2G meetings.
• Providing matchmaking facilities to connect these delegations with member companies, fostering collaboration and business opportunities.
• Regularly organizing networking meetings, workshops, and seminars on subjects of importance.
• Driving a national agenda on niche sectors such as Agriculture, Textiles, Life sciences, Energy, Automobiles etc.
• Supporting and participating in activities organized by FICCI Headquarters (HO) across Andhra Pradesh, contributing to the overall development and promotion of these specific sectors.s
Timeline
Online Session with Shri Mekapati Goutham Reddy, Hon'ble Minister for Industries, Commerce, and Information Technology, Government of Andhra Pradesh
Webinar on New Education Policy (NEP-2020) - A Game Changer For India: A Special Session With Dr. Jagdish Sheth (Padma Bhushan 2020)
Webinar on Government e Marketplace (GeM) Opportunities for MSME's
Webinar on Post COVID-19 Challenges and Opportunities in the Pharma & Healthcare
Special Online Session with Shri. Karikal Valaven, IAS, Special Chief Secretary, Department of Industries & Commerce, Govt. of Andhra Pradesh
FICCI webinar on Approaches and Strategies to support vegetable farming post COVID-19
Wings India 2020
Seminar on Sweeteners: Innovative Ingredients for a better health
Andhra Pradesh government sets up Blue Economy Cell: Principal Secretary, Andhra Pradesh Industries and Infrastructure
FICCI Stakeholder consultation to understand their issues & challenges of Industry Members
Global R&D Summit 2019: International Collaboration in Research and Development for Sustainable Growth
FICCI and Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society join hands for the second phase of Global Accelerator and Incubator Program XLr8AP
XLr8AP Phase 2 Agreement Signing Ceremony between FICCI and Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society, Govt of Andhra Pradesh
Interactive Meeting on National Pension System (NPS)
Interactive meeting on National Pension System (NPS)
FICCI Delegation Calls-on Sri Chandrababu Naidu, Honorable Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
Direct Selling: Andhra Pradesh and Telengana. Global industry, empowering millions in India
FICCI KPMG Report launch : Direct Selling; Andhra Pradesh & Telangana - Global Industry Empowering Millions in India
Conference Series: Smart Solutions 4 Smart Societies
FICCI Industry Members meeting with Shri. K. Chandrasekhar Rao, Chief Minister of Telangana
FICCI-ICRISAT Report on "Promoting Entrepreneurship in Food Processing Sector for Inclusive Market Oriented Development (IMOD) - Strategies & Support Mechanisms"