Moneycontrol’s 2025 A-Z List Starts with Andhra; Lokesh Reacts
Andhra Pradesh IT and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh has expressed strong optimism regarding the state’s technological trajectory following a significant mention by a leading financial news platform. Highlighting a recent feature in the '2025 Tech and Startup Guide', the Minister noted that the state is increasingly being recognized as a frontrunner in India’s innovation landscape.
As the year 2025 draws to a close, Moneycontrol released a special 'A-Z' report tracking the most impactful developments in the country's technology and startup sectors over the last twelve months. According to the publication, the alphabetical list begins with the letter 'A', which was explicitly dedicated to the theme 'A for Andhra'.
Reacting to the feature on social media, Minister Nara Lokesh stated, "The 2025 A to Z list starts with Andhra. Andhra has emerged as India's new tech darling. The state is rising as a power that will drive the future."
He emphasized that this distinction serves as proof of the changing face of technology in the region and the rapidly expanding startup ecosystem. The report identifies Andhra Pradesh as a pivotal force in the domestic technology sector, evolving into a central hub for high-value investments and new innovations. The recognition has drawn positive reactions from industry experts and IT circles across the state.