GCC Magnet: Andhra Pradesh The Next Global Hub

GCC Magnet: Andhra Pradesh The Next Global Hub

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Business Today
  • Updated Jan 14, 2026 5:32 PM IST

In this episode of Business Today Presents – Andhra Pradesh 360: From Bharat to the World, we speak with Shri Bhaskar Katamneni (IAS), Secretary, IT, E&C, RTGS, HRD and GSWS on why the state is rapidly emerging as a Global Capability Centre (GCC) magnet. As companies look beyond traditional tech hubs, Andhra Pradesh is positioning itself as a future-ready destination—offering a strong talent pipeline, competitive costs, robust digital infrastructure, and policy-driven speed of execution. In this episode, we explore Andhra Pradesh’s strengths in talent, infrastructure, cost competitiveness and policy stability, and why Visakhapatnam is emerging as a global GCC destination. The discussion also looks at AI-led innovation, the digital economy and renewable energy–driven growth. A must-watch for global enterprises, investors and technology leaders evaluating India’s next GCC hub.

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