In a notable display of regional camaraderie on the global stage, Andhra Pradesh IT and HRD Minister Nara Lokesh met with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos.
The meeting, which took place on January 22, 2026, was described as a cordial and “pleasantly surprising” interaction. Both leaders expressed a strong commitment to moving past post-bifurcation friction and working together for the collective progress of the Telugu-speaking states.
Key Highlights of the Meeting
- A “Brotherly” Greeting: The two leaders were seen sharing a warm greeting, with CM Revanth Reddy felicitating Nara Lokesh during their brief interaction.
- Joint Vision: While both states are competing for global investments (Andhra with its “One Family-One Entrepreneur” model and Telangana with its “Rising Telangana 2047” vision), the leaders emphasized that healthy competition could coexist with cooperation on shared regional interests.
- Symbolism: Political analysts view this as a significant step toward normalizing relations between the two state governments, especially as both delegations are focused on positioning the region as a global hub for AI, Life Sciences, and Clean Energy.
