Davos [Switzerland], January 22 (ANI): Union Minister Smriti Irani engaged in discussions with LIM Seok Hui, CEO of Philanthropy Asia Alliance, through the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025 in Davos. The dialog emphasised the transformative function of philanthropy in selling women-led growth throughout key sectors reminiscent of well being, training, and enterprise.
Sharing insights on X (previously Twitter), Irani said, “Engaged in a meaningful conversation with LIM Seok Hui, CEO of Philanthropy Asia Alliance, at WEF 25. Our discussions focused on the transformative potential of philanthropy in advancing women-led development, particularly in the domains of health, education, and enterprise. As we unite global efforts under the Alliance for Global Good, we reinforced the shared vision of building sustainable solutions for gender equity and equality.”The WEF Summit 2025, held on the Davos Congress Centre, introduced collectively international leaders, policymakers, and industrialists. Andhra Pradesh was prominently represented by State Minister for Education, IT, and Electronics Nara Lokesh, Union Minister Ram Mohan Naidu, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, and State Industries Minister T G Bharat.
During the summit, the Andhra Pradesh delegation showcased the state’s investment-friendly setting. Minister Nara Lokesh highlighted alternatives for industrial collaboration, urging international industrialists to put money into initiatives reminiscent of the event of Bhavanapadu right into a world-class petrochemical hub. Lokesh proposed a 2 GW photo voltaic cell manufacturing facility below HMEL, involving an funding of INR 3,500 crore and the creation of two,000 jobs.
Lakshmi Mittal, Chairman of the Mittal Group, additionally detailed plans for a Greenfield metal plant in Anakapalli, with an funding of INR 1.4 lakh crore in partnership with Japan’s Nippon Steel. Renewable power initiatives, together with 975 MW of photo voltaic and wind capability in collaboration with Greenko and a 1 MT Green Ammonia mission in Kakinada, had been highlighted. These initiatives intention to align Andhra Pradesh with sustainable power objectives.
Minister Lokesh expressed gratitude for the investments, reaffirming Andhra Pradesh’s dedication to fostering industrial progress and innovation. (ANI)