
Telangana to Launch Ease of Doing Business 2.0 to Attract Global Investments
Telangana is set to introduce Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) 2.0 , a next-generation policy aimed at transforming the state into a global investment hub , IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu announced. The new framework is designed to accelerate industrial growth , strengthen investor confidence , and provide comprehensive support for businesses. Developed through consultations with industry leaders and experts, the policy seeks to position Telangana as a model for business-friendly governance. Speaking at the Growth X 2026 conference, the minister emphasized that economic progress must be planned and guided by long-term vision. He noted that Telangana Vision 2047 aims to ensure sustainable and inclusive development while preparing the state for future economic challenges.
The minister reiterated that Telangana, currently a $200-billion economy , aims to grow into a $1 trillion economy by 2034 and reach $3 trillion by 2047 . To achieve this transformation, the government is implementing the CURE–PURE–RARE strategy to ensure balanced development. This model promotes services growth within urban zones, manufacturing expansion across emerging corridors, and rural industrialization through agri-processing and green economy initiatives, ensuring development spreads beyond Hyderabad into tier-II towns and rural regions.
Highlighting global technological shifts, Sridhar Babu said Artificial Intelligence and Industry 5.0 are reshaping work culture and economic competitiveness. He stressed that future growth will depend on strong innovation ecosystems rather than standalone companies. Telangana aims to build a future-ready ecosystem through digital governance, advanced manufacturing, and workforce upskilling. The government intends to function as a collaborative partner to industries by providing policy stability, infrastructure, and innovation support rather than acting solely as a regulatory authority.
The state is actively promoting itself as an investor-friendly destination supported by reliable power supply, strong infrastructure, progressive policies, and a skilled workforce. Priority sectors include life sciences, semiconductors, aerospace, IT, and renewable energy. Addressing the conference, BJP Telangana president N. Ramchander Rao highlighted India’s digital transformation and innovation momentum, noting that the country’s startup ecosystem has grown from fewer than 500 startups in 2014 to over 200,000 startups today, making it the world’s third largest. He also cited national initiatives such as the Indian AI Mission and Semiconductor Mission, which aim to strengthen technological capabilities and reduce import dependence.
The conference brought together policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to discuss Telangana’s economic future and investment potential. With the upcoming EoDB 2.0 policy and a strong focus on innovation, infrastructure, and inclusive growth, Telangana is positioning itself as a technology-driven economy ready to compete on the global stage.
