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Telangana Launches Ambitious Plan To Become Global Medtech Hub
Telangana’s Ambitious Pursuit of Global Capability Centres: Unlocking the Potential of MedTech and Beyond
The state government has announced plans to establish 100 global capability centres (GCCs) by 2025-26, with IT, industries, and legislative affairs minister Sridhar Babu Duddilla leading a concerted effort to position Telangana as a premier destination for international businesses. The GCC strategy is part of a broader push to drive economic growth and innovation in the state.
A key indicator of Telangana’s progress towards achieving its GCC targets is the number of GCCs established in Hyderabad. In 2024-25 alone, the city saw the inauguration of 70 GCCs, surpassing any other state in the country. This achievement underscores the state’s commitment to creating an environment conducive to innovation and entrepreneurship.
So what exactly are global capability centres, and why are they so important for Telangana? A GCC is a collaborative ecosystem that brings together industry partners, academia, and government agencies to drive innovation and economic growth. By providing access to state-of-the-art infrastructure, funding opportunities, and expert talent, GCCs can help companies overcome key barriers to entry in new markets.
For MedTech and digital health firms, GCCs offer a unique opportunity to tap into Telangana’s growing pool of skilled professionals, cutting-edge research facilities, and innovative business models. The state has been actively promoting its strengths in this area through targeted initiatives aimed at attracting foreign investment and fostering partnerships between industry leaders and academic institutions.
Telangana has established itself as a hub for MedTech innovation, with companies such as Sanofi and Pfizer setting up manufacturing facilities in the city. The state’s strong medical tourism industry, which attracts thousands of patients from around the world every year, is also an important driver of demand for high-tech medical equipment and services.
Biocon, a leading biopharmaceutical firm, has benefited greatly from Telangana’s innovative business environment. Founded in 1978, Biocon has established a significant presence in Hyderabad, employing hundreds of scientists, engineers, and technicians working on cutting-edge projects such as cancer therapies and gene editing technologies.
The success story of Biocon highlights the potential for GCCs to drive economic growth and job creation in Telangana. By fostering partnerships between industry leaders, academia, and government agencies, GCCs can create a virtuous cycle of innovation and entrepreneurship that benefits everyone involved.
In addition to MedTech, digital health is another area where GCCs are set to play a major role in Telangana’s economic strategy. As the world becomes increasingly dependent on digital technologies, companies that specialize in healthcare IT solutions are seeing growing demand for their services.
The state government has established several initiatives aimed at promoting digital health innovation. The Telangana Digital Health Mission was launched in 2018 with the aim of providing high-quality healthcare services to rural communities across the state. The mission has seen significant success, with over 100 digital health projects already underway.
To achieve its GCC targets, Telangana is investing heavily in infrastructure development. The state has established a dedicated department for promoting GCCs, which provides support for entrepreneurs and businesses looking to set up operations in the state. This includes access to funding, talent, and cutting-edge research facilities.
The state is also engaging with industry leaders from around the world to attract foreign investment and promote collaboration between companies, academia, and government agencies. In 2022, Telangana hosted a major conference on GCCs, which attracted representatives from over 20 countries and saw significant announcements of new investments and partnerships.
Telangana has positioned itself as a hub for AI-driven life sciences, with several research institutions and innovation centers focused on cutting-edge technologies such as genomics, epigenomics, and precision medicine. The Telangana Genome Data Initiative was launched in 2020 to promote genome sequencing and data analysis in the state, which has seen significant success with over 100 researchers already participating in the program.
The pursuit of 100 GCCs by 2025-26 represents a major milestone on the road to economic growth and innovation. By leveraging its strengths in MedTech, digital health, and AI-driven life sciences, Telangana is poised to attract significant foreign investment and create thousands of new jobs for skilled professionals.
Minister Sridhar Babu Duddilla has stated that “This is not about competing with others but about outdoing ourselves.” With a clear strategic action plan, Telangana is well-positioned to achieve this ambitious goal and cement its position as a leading destination for global innovation.