CM Revanth Reddy Proposes July WEF Follow-Up Meet in Hyderabad
Davos: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Tuesday proposed hosting the annual follow-up meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Hyderabad every July or August; This proposal received unanimous support from global business leaders and policymakers at the ‘Join the Rise’ event in Davos.
Emphasizing that a gap of one year is too long in today’s fast-paced business environment, the Prime Minister called on the WEF to institutionalize a mid-year forum in Hyderabad to expedite follow-ups and investment decisions. “I ask you to join me in making this happen – in bringing the WEF Forum to Hyderabad in July,” he said.
Highlighting Telangana’s growing global profile, Revanth Reddy said the last Telangana Emerging Global Summit was a huge success and attracted investments worth ₹ 5.75 lakh crore. “We usually come to Davos to sign Memorandums of Understanding. This year, after the success of the Global Business Summit, we are here to present our long-term vision and policies,” he said.
Referring to the December 2025 Telangana Emerging Global Summit held at Bharat Future City, the Prime Minister said that the state has entered talks with WEF on hosting the proposed follow-up forum in Hyderabad.
The event showcased Telangana’s growth roadmap and Vision 2047, including the launch of Telangana Artificial Intelligence Innovation Center (TAIH) and Telangana Next Generation Life Sciences Policy 2026-2030. The state delegation, comprising Ministers D. Sridhar Babu and Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy, outlined key infrastructure and development initiatives such as road networks, expansion of metro rails, rejuvenation of rivers and lakes, new economic zones, green space city and a manufacturing hub positioned as a China + 1 alternative.
The delegation highlighted Telangana’s strong investment potential and sought global collaboration in technology, expertise and innovation. Revanth Reddy also stated that Hyderabad has emerged as a global hub for Global Talent Centers (GCCs) and is being developed as India’s first 24-hour city with a focus on a vibrant night economy on both banks of the Musi River.
He also spoke about Bharat Future City, a planned smart city spread over 30,000 acres, with more than 50 per cent of the area devoted to green cover, describing it as “India’s answer to the world’s best cities”.
Veteran actor Chiranjeevi, who attended the event, added star appeal to the high-profile dinner gathering.
