Sri City Posts Rs 20,250 Crore Investments, Capping a Landmark Growth Year
Nellore: With new investment commitments of Rs 20,250 billion secured through 43 memorandums of understanding, Sri City Integrated Business City has recorded a landmark year in 2025 marked by strong investment momentum, rapid industrial expansion and growing global confidence.
Located in Tirupati district close to the Tamil Nadu border, Sri City’s latest commitments are expected to create almost one lakh direct and indirect jobs and strengthen its position as one of India’s most dynamic manufacturing and investment destinations.
Sri City general manager Dr. According to Sannareddy Ravindra Reddy, a significant part of the investment momentum was generated at the CII Partnership Summit 2025, where Rs 11,750 crore was committed through 20 MoUs in the presence of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. The remaining Rs 8,500 billion came through continuous investor engagement throughout the year; This reflects the ongoing trust between both global conglomerates and domestic companies.
The year started on a high note with national recognition, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi recognizing Sri City’s important role in strengthening its position as Andhra Pradesh’s leading manufacturing hub during his visit to Visakhapatnam in January.
This endorsement was further strengthened in November when the Prime Minister described Sri City as the “best industrial hub in the country”, citing its integrated infrastructure, policy support and investor-friendly ecosystem. Underlining the state’s proactive approach to industrial growth, Minister Nara Lokesh inaugurated a major manufacturing project of LG Electronics in Sri City.
Industrial activities gained momentum during the year; 15 new companies started operations and 15 existing units expanded capacity. Key sectors such as consumer appliances, automotive components, advanced materials, food processing, logistics and packaging have seen significant growth.
Operational milestones, including Kobelco launching its 20,000th excavator and VRV Asia Pacific achieving high-value global exports, highlighted Sri City’s increasing production depth and global competitiveness.
Sri City’s rising international profile was also reflected in the visits of the Japanese Ambassador, consuls general of various countries and delegations from Australia, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Senior government leaders, SEZ pioneers, industry bodies and academic institutions also actively engaged with the industrial hub throughout the year.
Sustainability and inclusive development remained at the core of Sri City’s growth strategy. Biodiversity initiatives during the Flamingo Festival, support to the Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary Forest Department, adoption of renewable energy, afforestation drives and Rs 3.25 million invested in CSR programs underlined its balanced approach to development.
As we move into 2026, Sri City continues the momentum of a landmark year, supported by investments, strengthened by partnerships and guided by a long-term vision of sustainable industrial leadership.
Highlights
Rs. 20,250 crore investments secured through 43 MoUs; Rs. 11,750 crore in CII Partnership Summit 2025 alone
Around 1 lakh direct and indirect jobs expected
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi appreciated Sri City’s role in strengthening Andhra Pradesh’s manufacturing leadership
AP Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu praised Sri City as the “best industrial hub of the country”
LG Electronics inaugurated a major manufacturing project in the presence of Shri Nara Lokesh
High-level diplomatic visits boost global investors’ confidence
Strong focus on sustainability, biodiversity and community development.
