Amid growing frustration over Bengaluru’s crumbling infrastructure, Andhra Pradesh has entered the spotlight as a potential alternative for multinational companies (MNCs). Nara Lokesh , General Secretary of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and a state minister, extended an open invitation to companies looking to move out of Bengaluru, pitching Andhra Pradesh as a destination with business-friendly policies and superior infrastructure. This appeal comes at a critical moment, as MNCs voice concerns over Bengaluru's poor drainage, traffic congestion, and mismanagement, especially following recent floods.
Bengaluru, India’s renowned tech hub, faced public outrage when several areas were submerged due to heavy rains, exposing the city’s inadequate infrastructure. Infosys CFO and prominent industry leader TV Mohandas Pai added to the criticism, warning that MNCs are considering relocating operations outside Bengaluru. He cited ongoing issues like blocked drains, crumbling roads, and severe traffic bottlenecks on the Outer Ring Road (ORR), an area home to several tech parks and global offices.
Pai expressed disappointment with the Karnataka government ’s inaction, pointing out that repeated promises by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar remain unfulfilled. Pai’s remarks struck a chord with many citizens on social media, who echoed similar frustrations. ORR commuters described the situation as a “daily nightmare,” lamenting the government’.