Sri City Hosts CII AP State Council Meeting

Sri City hosted the second meeting of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Andhra Pradesh State Council on Thursday evening, bringing together industry leaders to deliberate on resilience strategies, capital market opportunities, and collaborative growth.

The meeting featured an address by Mr. C. Kutumba Rao, Vice-Chairman of Swarna Andhra P4 Foundation, who spoke on the topic: ‘The impact of geopolitical uncertainty on the industry, and how businesses could strategise to tide over these difficult times.’ He emphasised the need for industries to adopt forward‑looking strategies to remain competitive and resilient in a rapidly changing global environment. “Geopolitical uncertainty is reshaping industry dynamics. Businesses must innovate, adapt, and strategise to overcome these challenges and sustain growth,” he observed.

Mr. C. Kutumba Rao stressed the need to strengthen supply chain efficiencies and reduce import dependency. He lauded Sri City as the best industrial cluster in the country and cited it as a model of ecosystem‑based industrial development. He pointed out how Sri City has enabled air‑conditioning manufacturers and their supplier networks to thrive, creating a strong local supply chain. “Sri City has facilitated global players like LG, Daikin, Carrier, and their vendor ecosystem, building a resilient and competitive industrial base,” he remarked.

Adding to the deliberations, Mr. Senthil Murugan, Chief Manager of National Stock Exchange Ltd., delivered a presentation on SME IPOs and listing opportunities, highlighting the potential for small and medium enterprises to access capital markets and accelerate growth.

Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Ravindra Sannareddy, Managing Director, Sri City, in a message remarked,“Hosting the CII AP State Council meeting reflects Sri City’s role as a platform for dialogue and resilience. While global uncertainties demand strategic adaptation, our industrial fraternity continues to invest in education, healthcare, skill development, and environmental sustainability. These CSR efforts reinforce our belief in inclusive growth and building stronger, empowered communities.”

The meeting included addresses by Mr. Sambasiva Raju, Director, Swarna Andhra P4 Foundation; Mr. S. Narendra Kumar Saranam, Chairman, CII AP & Executive Director, Apex Solutions Ltd; and Dr. G. Sambasiva Rao, Vice Chairman, CII AP & Managing Director, Sravan Shipping Services Pvt. Ltd.

Earlier, Mr. Kutumba Rao was briefed on Sri City’s current status and, along with other council members, taken on a tour of its world‑class infrastructure. The delegation visited the advanced manufacturing facilities of Daikin, Hunter Douglas, and Rockworth, where they gained valuable insights into cutting‑edge production practices and globally benchmarked standards.