Indians make ‘good ambassadors’, integrate easily abroad: Chandrababu Naidu at Raisina Dialogue

Speaking during a session on India’s diplomacy, Naidu said: “Wherever you go in the world, you will find Indians. They integrate easily with local communities and contribute to the welfare of the global community. In that sense, Indians are among the best diplomats.”

Naidu noted that earlier migration from India was largely concentrated in places such as Silicon Valley in the United States, but today Indians are present across continents and sectors, especially in technology and innovation. “I’m confident that India could soon witness a phase of reverse migration as opportunities and economic prospects continue to grow within the country,” he said.

Naidu said the capital city of Amaravati will soon become a technology hub, positioning it as a centre for Artificial Intelligence, advanced data centres and quantum computing.

“The ‘Quantum Valley’ initiative aims to create a world-class ecosystem for next-generation technologies and attract global research institutions, technology companies and startups,” the CM said.

Naidu said Amaravati is being developed as a creative, knowledge-driven city with dedicated clusters such as a drone city, aerospace hubs and electronics manufacturing zones. He added that the state government is focused on building world-class infrastructure and ensuring quick approvals for investors, making Andhra Pradesh an attractive destination for global investments and technology development.

The chief minister, who is considering announcing a comprehensive population management policy, also spoke about changing global demographic patterns and the need for forward-looking population strategies.

Naidu said several countries are facing the challenge of ageing populations, while some regions in India, particularly southern states, are witnessing declining fertility rates. On March 5, Naidu introduced a ‘Five Pillar Model’ to stabilise population and incentivise families to have more than one child. The new policy focuses on ‘population care’ rather than family planning. Under the policy, Rs 25,000 would be offered to couples for having a second or third child.

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