Tue Dec 30 14:12:40 UTC 2025: Summary:

The year 2025 was an eventful year for Telangana’s industries. The state aimed to attract investments and consolidate its industrial base, as highlighted by the Telangana Rising Global Summit. While the government secured significant investment commitments from the World Economic Forum and saw growth in IT, life sciences, and defense sectors, controversial policies like the Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation Policy (HILTP) and increased electricity tariffs raised concerns among MSMEs. A major industrial accident at Sigachi Industries also cast a shadow. The government is focused on long-term plans, including a ₹1,000 crore fund for startups, Bharat Future City and making Telangana a skill capital, while also seeking to improve infrastructure and approvals processes.

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Telangana’s 2025: Investment Boom Marred by Controversy and Tragedy

Hyderabad – Telangana’s industrial sector experienced a dynamic, yet turbulent, 2025. The state government, under Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, aggressively pursued investment, culminating in the Telangana Rising Global Summit, with a goal of achieving a $1 trillion GDP by 2034.

The state secured ₹1.78 lakh crore in investment commitments at the World Economic Forum in Davos, attracting major players like Amazon Web Services, Sun Petrochemicals, and Infosys, promising approximately 50,000 jobs. Hyderabad also solidified its position as a hub for Global Capability Centers (GCCs), witnessing expansion from companies like Eli Lilly and Vanguard.

However, several controversies emerged. The Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation Policy (HILTP), aimed at relocating industries outside the city limits, sparked backlash from MSMEs who fear the disruption of livelihoods and the lack of necessary infrastructure in new locations. The policy has a 6 month window for firms to leave, threatening the long-term survival of these organizations.. Increased electricity tariffs and delays in implementing MSME policy guidelines further fueled concerns.

Tragedy struck with a devastating industrial accident at Sigachi Industries, claiming over 50 lives, highlighting the need for stricter safety enforcement.

Looking ahead, the government is promoting its long-term vision, including a ₹1,000 crore fund for startups, the Bharat Future City project, and initiatives to establish Telangana as a skill capital, alongside its efforts to improve infrastructure and approval processes. The government announced ₹5.75 lakh crore investment. While a year of significant progress, 2025 also underscored the challenges of balancing economic growth with social responsibility and industrial safety in Telangana.

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