Visakhapatnam Launches World's First MedTech University

India is setting a global precedent with the launch of the Global MedTech University at the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) in Visakhapatnam.

• Location: Within AMTZ, one of the world’s largest medtech manufacturing clusters
• Launch Timeline: Academic operations begin in 2025–26
• Programs Offered:
  • MBA in Medical Regulatory Approvals & Entrepreneurship
  • MTech in Medical Technology Devices
  • MTech in Bioengineering
  • PhD in Medical Technology & Regulatory Affairs

Purpose & Impact

• India currently imports 80% of its medical devices, including diagnostic and imaging tools.
• The university will develop skilled professionals tailored to industry needs, reducing reliance on imports.
• Students will gain hands-on training from experts within AMTZ’s 140+ medtech companies.

Global Collaboration

• Created through a public-private partnership, the university will collaborate with global institutions to boost research and innovation.
• Led by Founding Director Prof. Hanumanthu Purushotham, it’s envisioned as a hub of healthcare technology and self-reliance.

Inspired by Hyderabad's Hitec City, Andhra Pradesh to Develop Data City Near Visakhapatnam

Andhra Pradesh is planning to build a 500-acre Data City near Visakhapatnam, modeled after Hyderabad's successful Hitec City. This ambitious project aims to establish a hub for data centers and artificial intelligence (AI).

The Data City will be developed in Madhurawada, near Visakhapatnam. Spanning 500 acres (about 2.02 million square meters), the project aims to create a comprehensive hub for global IT companies.

The concept of the Data City is credited to Nara Lokesh, the state's IT minister and son of current chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu. Lokesh drew inspiration from Hyderabad's successful Hitec City model, which attracted global tech giants like Microsoft. Interestingly, the Hitec City was also founded by N Chandrababu Naidu when he was CM of the united Andhra Pradesh in 1997. 

Google and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) have already shown interest, with Google signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for 80 acres and TCS securing 30 acres for expansion. The project is expected to create 2 million jobs and boost the local economy.

Last October, TCS has announced plans to establish a significant IT hub in Visakhapatnam. This new facility is expected to create 10,000 jobs in the region. In 2023, IT giant Infosys also opened its state-of-the-art development center (DC) in Visakhapatnam, which is spread across 83,750 sq. ft. of area.

The Data City project is expected to generate 2 million jobs within 5 years, aligning with the Telugu Desam Party's election promise.

The success of the Data City hinges on securing a flagship player, similar to how Microsoft played a pivotal role in Hitec City.

By attracting major tech companies and fostering innovation, the Data City aims to boost the local economy and position Andhra Pradesh as a leading tech destination in India.

The state government plans to enhance the surrounding area with tourist attractions to further boost economic activity.

In addition to the Data City project, Andhra Pradesh is also developing a Drone City in Kurnool district. This initiative aims to train 35,000 drone pilots and promote the use of drones in various sectors like agriculture, infrastructure, and healthcare.

TCS to Develop IT Facility in Visakhapatnam, Housing 10,000 Employees

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced plans to establish a significant IT hub in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Andhra Pradesh. This new facility is expected to create 10,000 jobs in the region. The announcement was made by Andhra Pradesh's Minister for Human Resources Development, Information Technology, Electronics, and Communication, Nara Lokesh.

This development is a major milestone for Andhra Pradesh as it aims to become a leading destination for IT investments. The state government is committed to offering a favorable investment climate to attract more corporate investments.

I’m happy to announce the development of a IT facility by the Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. in Vizag that will house 10,000 employees. We are committed to offering best-in-class investment climate to corporates driven by our motto of ‘speed of doing business’. This investment by…

— Lokesh Nara (@naralokesh) October 9, 2024

In August, Indianweb2.com reported that Andhra Pradesh Government and Tata Group were exploring the feasibility of establishing a TCS development centre in Visakhapatnam. The discussions were led by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Tata Sons Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran.

A 2023 report from Deloitte and NASSCOM highlighted Visakhapatnam as an emerging technology center in India, based on factors such as talent, infrastructure, regulatory environment, startup ecosystem, and quality of life.

It may also be recalled that, last year in October, IT giant Infosys also opened its state-of-the-art development center (DC) in Visakhapatnam, which is spread across 83,750 sq. ft. of area and is aligned with Infosys’ future-ready hybrid workplace strategy.

Beside TCS, Andhra Pradesh has been attracting significant IT investments and projects. In July, the Raheja Group has secured 7.24 acres in the IT SEZ at Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam, to develop an IT park featuring multiple towers.

The Adani Group is developing two data centres in Visakhapatnam with an investment of Rs 21,844 crore.

One project at Madhurawada, managed by Adani Tech Park Private Limited, will create an Integrated Data Center and Business Park, covering 130 acres and generating approximately 35,000 jobs, including 25,000 direct roles.

Infosys Opens New 83,750 Sq.Ft. Development Center in Visakhapatnam

Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced the inauguration of its latest state-of-the-art development center (DC) in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Spread across 83,750 sq. ft., the Visakhapatnam DC will provide greater flexibility to employees to work in a hybrid mode, and closer to their home. The new center will enable Infosys to also attract, re-skill, and up-skill local talent to work on global opportunities through next-gen technologies like Cloud, AI, and Digital.

The Development Center was inaugurated by Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, in the presence of Shri Gudivada Amarnath, IT Minister of the Government of Andhra Pradesh, Smt Vidadala Rajini, Minister for Health, Family Welfare & Medical Education, Government of Andhra Pradesh, Mr. Nilanjan Roy, Chief Financial Officer, Infosys, Mr. Niladri Prasad Mishra, Vice President, Infosys, and Mr. Raghu Boddupally, Vice President, Infosys, and other senior government officials.

The DC, which will accommodate approximately 1,000 employees, is aligned with Infosys’ future-ready hybrid workplace strategy. Additionally, in alignment with Infosys’ ESG commitments and green building standards, the office is constructed to be efficient in terms of energy and water usage, as well as waste management.

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Shri YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, said, “The inauguration of Infosys’ Visakhapatnam DC is a landmark moment in the city’s growth story. We acknowledge the support of Infosys in giving impetus to the city’s IT landscape and developing its overall ecosystem through community building. We are confident that this center will not only give a massive boost to employment in the city but will also strengthen Visakhapatnam’s sustainability story through Infosys’ ESG commitments and efforts.”

Nilanjan Roy, Chief Financial Officer, Infosys, said, “Aimed at bringing the workspace closer to Infoscions, this center will further our approach towards creating hybrid workplaces, and also offer new opportunities to the local talent pool. Visakhapatnam has developed into a favorable investment destination, and we are very grateful to the State Government of Andhra Pradesh for extending their support as we commence our operations here.”

Global Tech Summit 2023 Join Hands with NRDC, APIS to Honour Tech Innovation in India

The Global Tech Summit leaders unveiled a 3-minute video to highlight the significance of the summit and how it is elevating India’s G20 presidency.

The Global Tech Summit 2023 organisers today unveiled a three-minute video highlighting the significance of the tech summit and how it is elevating India's G20 Presidency, becoming a go-to-platform for tech entrepreneurial opportunities, and showcasing Indian tech power to the world. 

Left to Right- Dr K Ail Kumar CEO AP Innovation-Dr. Srinubabu MD Pulsus Group-Dr Bijay Kumar Sahu Regional Director NRDC Ministry of Science and Technology

The Global Tech Summit 2023 announced an “Innovation Awards” section, in partnership with the National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) and the Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society (APIS), that recognizes and showcases innovation in emerging technologies in the fields of agriculture and healthcare.

Dr. Srinubabu Gedela, lead organiser of Global Tech Summit 2023 revealed this in Visakhapatnam today to the media alongside the key representatives from the National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), the Ministry of Science and Technology, and the governments of India and Andhra Pradesh.

The summit, which is set to take place in Visakhapatnam, is expected to attract over 1,000 business delegations and 10,000 participants. It will cover a range of technology-related topics and feature guest speakers from diverse backgrounds. The NRDC and APIS will also join forces with the summit to showcase and reward innovation in India.

The Global Scale Summit will feature a range of tech-related topics, including pharma tech, edutech, agritech, fintech, metaverse, biotech, and startup fest.

Addressing the media, the Honorable Minister for Industries, Infrastructure, and IT, Shri Gudivada Amarnadh, extended the Ministry's cooperation and support and urged the Global Tech Summit leaders to actively promote the Andhra Pradesh economy while explaining the significance of the Vizag G20 summit meetings. Visakhapatnam is becoming a hub for global meetings under the leadership of the chief minister, Shri YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. The summit will highlight futuristic. 

Left to Right- Dr Srinubabu MD Pulsus Group-Minister Gudivada Amarnadh -Dr Anil Kumar CEO AP Innovation Society

Dr. Anil Kumar, AP Innovation Society CEO, said, "On behalf of the APIS, we would be happy to associate with the Global Tech Summit as a state knowledge partner for making an incredible Tech Summit that showcased Vizag's dynamic and growing tech sector and innovation leadership." 

Andhra University Vice Chancellor Professor Prof. PVGD Prasad Reddy said, we will provide the necessary support to the proposed global tech summit.

The Vizag Tech Summit which will be held on 16-17th February 2023 is supported by the National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Government of India, the Andhra Pradesh Innovation Society, the Government of Andhra Pradesh and organized by Pulsus Group. The platform which anticipates culmination of projects worth Rs. 3000 Cr aims to provide a space for influential tech and business leaders from around the world to connect and share insights.

With $10 Bn Investment, Andhra to have World's 1st 100% Green Data Center Parks

Soon world's first 100% renewable energy powered data center parks will be built in and around Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (AP) and for same the state government, led by techie chief minister Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Adani Group that would bolster India’s technology infrastructure and boost the concept of green data centres.

Adani group will invest massive US$9.982 billion (Rs 70,000 crore) over the next 20 years to build solar powered data centre parks of up to 5 gigawatts in and around Visakhapatnam, a port city and industrial center in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh.

This capital of almost $10 billion is Adani group's single largest investment till date and also marks Adani group’s foray into the digital technology infrastructure sector that India is looking to accelerate.

The state government, along with Adani Group will develop the hyper-scale data center market in the state, positioning AP as the east coast data center hub for India and South East Asia, they said. It will also be integrated with a cable landing station that will take advantage of the state’s long coastline to help provide the needed global connectivity and redundancy that the country needs to manage its exponential growth of data.

Notably, this development involving Adani group comes within a month after the group has recently launched Adani Aerospace Park near Shamshabad in Hyderabad. The Aerospace Park is touted as India's first private sector unit for manufacturing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to cater to both the Indian armed forces and the global market.

In line with the State Government’s IT policy and focus on promoting data centers, cloud infrastructure, and allied technology industries as well as renewable energy, the Adani Group will support the development of the digital and energy infrastructure in the state by investing over Rs 70, 000 crore, over a period of 20 years which in turn is expected to create in excess of 100,000 direct and indirect jobs across the state.

The parks shall be developed across three different campuses, with each campus offering complementing value and together providing required redundancy and reliability to Data Center operators. The Data Center parks will be powered with 100 per cent Renewable Energy that will be generated within Andhra Pradesh, thereby accelerating the renewable target goals put forward by the state.

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said, “Andhra Pradesh continues to raise the bar and set benchmarks as it strives tirelessly to become one of the top digital destinations in the world. From agriculture to financial markets to smart cities to healthcare, digitization is the future and will soon be a critical component of everything that we do. Efficient and eco-friendly Data Centers are the key to enabling this futuristic digital ecosystem. We are very pleased to see that the Adani Group believes in the vision of Andhra Pradesh as one of the most progressive states in India and hence, has decided to partner with the GoAP on this exciting journey.”

N Lokesh, who is the IT Minister of Andhra Pradesh, said, “All the next generation technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, analytics, big data, image processing are changing the world around us and driving innovation in every single activity we do. Complementing the mobile revolution that we are witnessing, India needs data storage, data processing and data networking. This is precisely why the partnership between the GoAP and Adani Group is critical to lay the foundation of a digital revolution that every citizen and every business can benefit from."

A green data center, or sustainable data center, is a type of server facility that utilizes energy efficiency technologies. These data centers do not contain obsolete systems such as inactive or underused servers, and instead take advantage of newer and more efficient technologies.

Source - Indian Express

Andhra Police Ordered Hotels To Deploy Blockchain-Based AI Solution Developed By Local Startup

If you're a blockchain tech enthusiast then you must be knowing that at the start of this month, a Visakhapatnam aka Vizag-based startup Zebi Data India (Zebi) was in the news turning its name into brand in every corner of the country. The startup made into news for developing its flagship blockchain-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) solution for hospitality industry. The secure and tamper-proof product called Zebi AI Chain do not only protect the guest data of the hotel, but also help police officials to identify and prevent criminal activities.

Now in a further development in same, police in Andhra Pradesh have ordered hotels and inns to deploy the blockchain security solution developed by Zebi.

According to a Medium blog post published by Zebi this Friday, the startup's product Zebi AI Chain merges blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) to securely store data about hotel guests, and aims to both bring convenience to customers and to help prevent criminal activities.

According the startup's Medium post, Dr Fakeerappa Kaginelli, IPS, Deputy Commissioner of Police, said, “We made it mandatory for all the hotels under Vizag (Visakhapatnam) city limits to use Zebi AI Chain”

“We are able to get the visitor details from all the hotels to our police control room in real time. This data will be compared with the police database to ascertain whether the guest has any criminal background”, the IPS added.

The data collected is compared with the police database of criminals, missing persons and so on to ascertain whether the guest has any criminal background.

According to Indian laws, personal identification data of hotel guests has to be reported to the police department on a daily basis in the interest of national security. And, up till now, the data transfer between the hotels and law enforcement agencies has been done manually, by carrying paper-based documents. This is where 'Zebi AI Chain' breaks the ice and making this whole cumbersome process easier, faster as well as secure, at the same time.

Dr Kaginelli, the IPS, also revealed to Coindesk that, "All hotels are directed to enter their check-in particulars on real-time basis without fail and they are adhering too ... 230 hotels are entering their guest particulars through this tech web page."

“The communication with the police department has been hassle free after implementing the application provided by Zebi. Previously, the police used to visit us on a regular basis for enquiring about the status of tourists, now it is not necessary!” said, Nagesh Kumar Venkata Asst. Front Office Manager at The Park, Vizag.

Additionally, in its upcoming plans, Zebi is also preparing for "full-scale deployment across all the hotels in India."

It is also to be noted that Andhra government has also partnered Zebi for dealing with land records. The state government has so far secured more than 1,00,000 land records through Zebi Data.

Andhra Pradesh - India's Most Pro-Blockchain State

Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra is fast becoming the Blockchain Hub of India by bringing blockchain technology into the mainstream.

In a blockchain business conference held last year, Naidu said, “I want to make Visakhapatnam not only India’s capital for FinTech or blockchain technologies, it will be centre of excellence for the global community.”

Few days back, New York-based blockchain startup Consensys, which is founded by Joseph Lubin, who is the co-founder of the Ethereum, has signed a nonbinding agreement with Niti Aayog, a govt. of India's policy think tank, to make blockchain prototypes across healthcare, education, land registry, supply chain, and more.

Last October, the state became the first state in the India to pilot blockchain technology in two departments - land records and transport. The state launched pilot projects based on blockchain technology for land records and transport.

In July last year, Andhra Pradesh became the first state government outside the US to join the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance (EEA), an Ethereum-based alliance formed in March this year by Microsoft, Intel and more than two dozen other companies/banks to develop standards and technology to make it easier for enterprises to use blockchain code Ethereum.

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Andhra Police Ordered Hotels To Deploy Blockchain-Based AI Solution Developed By Local Startup

If you're a blockchain tech enthusiast then you must be knowing that at the start of this month, a Visakhapatnam aka Vizag-based startup Zebi Data India (Zebi) was in the news turning its name into brand in every corner of the country. The startup made into news for developing its flagship blockchain-based Artificial Intelligence (AI) solution for hospitality industry. The secure and tamper-proof product called Zebi AI Chain do not only protect the guest data of the hotel, but also help police officials to identify and prevent criminal activities.

Now in a further development in same, police in Andhra Pradesh have ordered hotels and inns to deploy the blockchain security solution developed by Zebi.

According to a Medium blog post published by Zebi this Friday, the startup's product Zebi AI Chain merges blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) to securely store data about hotel guests, and aims to both bring convenience to customers and to help prevent criminal activities.

According the startup's Medium post, Dr Fakeerappa Kaginelli, IPS, Deputy Commissioner of Police, said, “We made it mandatory for all the hotels under Vizag (Visakhapatnam) city limits to use Zebi AI Chain”

“We are able to get the visitor details from all the hotels to our police control room in real time. This data will be compared with the police database to ascertain whether the guest has any criminal background”, the IPS added.

The data collected is compared with the police database of criminals, missing persons and so on to ascertain whether the guest has any criminal background.

According to Indian laws, personal identification data of hotel guests has to be reported to the police department on a daily basis in the interest of national security. And, up till now, the data transfer between the hotels and law enforcement agencies has been done manually, by carrying paper-based documents. This is where 'Zebi AI Chain' breaks the ice and making this whole cumbersome process easier, faster as well as secure, at the same time.

Dr Kaginelli, the IPS, also revealed to Coindesk that, "All hotels are directed to enter their check-in particulars on real-time basis without fail and they are adhering too ... 230 hotels are entering their guest particulars through this tech web page."

“The communication with the police department has been hassle free after implementing the application provided by Zebi. Previously, the police used to visit us on a regular basis for enquiring about the status of tourists, now it is not necessary!” said, Nagesh Kumar Venkata Asst. Front Office Manager at The Park, Vizag.

Additionally, in its upcoming plans, Zebi is also preparing for "full-scale deployment across all the hotels in India."

It is also to be noted that Andhra government has also partnered Zebi for dealing with land records. The state government has so far secured more than 1,00,000 land records through Zebi Data.

Andhra Pradesh - India's Most Pro-Blockchain State

Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra is fast becoming the Blockchain Hub of India by bringing blockchain technology into the mainstream.

In a blockchain business conference held last year, Naidu said, “I want to make Visakhapatnam not only India’s capital for FinTech or blockchain technologies, it will be centre of excellence for the global community.”

Few days back, New York-based blockchain startup Consensys, which is founded by Joseph Lubin, who is the co-founder of the Ethereum, has signed a nonbinding agreement with Niti Aayog, a govt. of India's policy think tank, to make blockchain prototypes across healthcare, education, land registry, supply chain, and more.

Last October, the state became the first state in the India to pilot blockchain technology in two departments - land records and transport. The state launched pilot projects based on blockchain technology for land records and transport.

In July last year, Andhra Pradesh became the first state government outside the US to join the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance (EEA), an Ethereum-based alliance formed in March this year by Microsoft, Intel and more than two dozen other companies/banks to develop standards and technology to make it easier for enterprises to use blockchain code Ethereum.

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'Startup Accelerator India' - First Pilot Incubator To Promote Tech-Startups Of Visakhapatnam

The coastal city of Visakhapatnam is all set to get its first incubation facility that will promote technology based startups in the city. The incubation facility is called 'Startup Accelerator India' and intends to incubate 100 startup companies and nurture 1,000 students as first generation entrepreneurs over the next five years.

The facility will be set up at Sunrise Startup TRIP Incubation Tower, Madhurawada IT layout with help of Govin Capital, a Singapore based company.

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) regarding the same was signed between B Sreedhar, Secretary, ITE&C of Andhra Pradesh Government and Govin Capital’s Managing Director, Anand Govindaluri on 21^st February in Visakhapatnam. Palle Raghunatha, the Minister, was also part of the event held in Visakhapatnam.

Govin Capital has plans of incubating some hundred startup companies over the next five years. It also intends to nurture around one thousand students as first gen technocrat entrepreneurs in the same time frame.

The Singapore based company wants to partner the AP government as a pilot incubator in promoting technology startups in the coastal city of Visakhapatnam.

As a part of its initiative to promote the startup culture in the state, the Andhra Pradesh government has even constructed an incubation tower of 50,000 square-feet at the place.

The primary focus would be on offering ‘Bootup-Startup-Scaleup model’ and nurturing students into first gen technocrat entrepreneurs .The Innovation and Startup policy 2014-20 was announced by the government a few months ago.

The Andhra government plans to establish around hundred Accelerators/Incubators and incubate five thousand startups and companies by 2020.

'Startup Accelerator India' - First Pilot Incubator To Promote Tech-Startups Of Visakhapatnam

The coastal city of Visakhapatnam is all set to get its first incubation facility that will promote technology based startups in the city. The incubation facility is called 'Startup Accelerator India' and intends to incubate 100 startup companies and nurture 1,000 students as first generation entrepreneurs over the next five years.

The facility will be set up at Sunrise Startup TRIP Incubation Tower, Madhurawada IT layout with help of Govin Capital, a Singapore based company.

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) regarding the same was signed between B Sreedhar, Secretary, ITE&C of Andhra Pradesh Government and Govin Capital’s Managing Director, Anand Govindaluri on 21^st February in Visakhapatnam. Palle Raghunatha, the Minister, was also part of the event held in Visakhapatnam.

Govin Capital has plans of incubating some hundred startup companies over the next five years. It also intends to nurture around one thousand students as first gen technocrat entrepreneurs in the same time frame.

The Singapore based company wants to partner the AP government as a pilot incubator in promoting technology startups in the coastal city of Visakhapatnam.

As a part of its initiative to promote the startup culture in the state, the Andhra Pradesh government has even constructed an incubation tower of 50,000 square-feet at the place.

The primary focus would be on offering ‘Bootup-Startup-Scaleup model’ and nurturing students into first gen technocrat entrepreneurs .The Innovation and Startup policy 2014-20 was announced by the government a few months ago.

The Andhra government plans to establish around hundred Accelerators/Incubators and incubate five thousand startups and companies by 2020.