“Lokesh Sends Me Weekly Project Updates Before My Own Team Does”: ReNew CEO Sumit Sinha Praises IT Minister Nara Lokesh at CII Summit

Speaking at the 31st CII Partnership Summit 2026 in Visakhapatnam, ReNew Founder, Chairman and CEO Sumit Sinha praised the Andhra Pradesh government for its investor-friendly approach and proactive monitoring of investment projects.

He revealed that Minister Nara Lokesh personally sends him weekly updates on the progress of the company’s projects, providing status reports even before his own team does. He said this reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring that announced investments are translated into reality and that investors’ concerns are addressed promptly.

Sumit Sinha announced that ReNew has signed MoUs to establish a 1 GW data centre and a polysilicon manufacturing plant in Andhra Pradesh. The company has also secured a PLI bid for rare earth and permanent magnet manufacturing and is exploring the possibility of setting up the facility in the state.

He described Andhra Pradesh as the company’s primary investment destination and home state, crediting the support and leadership of the Central and State governments.

He further announced plans to establish a clean energy skilling centre to train thousands of local youth, create employment opportunities and strengthen the company’s engagement with the community. He also encouraged other investors to explore investment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh