Sat Feb 08 04:34:36 UTC 2025: ## Telangana Invites OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to Hyderabad

**Hyderabad, February 8, 2025** – Telangana’s IT and Industries Minister, D. Sridhar Babu, has extended a personal invitation to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to visit Hyderabad. The invitation, issued via a post on X (formerly Twitter), highlights the city’s burgeoning role in the global AI landscape and encourages Altman to witness firsthand the advancements being made.

Minister Babu emphasized Telangana’s commitment to AI development, citing skill upgrading initiatives, capability building programs, innovation hubs, and a thriving startup ecosystem. He further touted Hyderabad’s position as a major IT hub, already home to numerous global technology giants. This invitation follows Altman’s recent visit to India, where he met with Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and clarified previous remarks about Indian firms’ AI capabilities. Altman reportedly expressed OpenAI’s enthusiasm for increased involvement in India.

Telangana’s proactive approach to AI is underscored by its hosting of an AI Summit last September and its ambitious plans to establish an AI City. The Minister’s invitation is seen as a significant step in solidifying Hyderabad’s position on the global AI stage, particularly in light of recent competition from Chinese AI firm DeepSeek. The invitation also promises Altman a taste of Hyderabad’s renowned culinary scene.

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