Hyderabad, Aug 2025 : Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president and former Telangana minister K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) has earned nationwide acclaim for his statesmanlike gesture in welcoming OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and endorsing Hyderabad as the most suitable base for the AI giant in India. His approach, described as \u201cnon-partisan and state-first,\u201d has been widely appreciated on social media, with many netizens lauding him for prioritizing Telangana\u2019s interests above political rivalries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The praise followed KTR\u2019s response to Sam Altman\u2019s announcement on social media about the inauguration of OpenAI\u2019s first office in India. In his message, KTR described Hyderabad as an ideal choice<\/strong> for OpenAI, citing the city\u2019s established ecosystem of innovation and its rich talent pool. He highlighted several state-led initiatives such as T-Hub, WE Hub, T-Works, the Telangana State Innovation Cell, and the Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad<\/strong>, all of which have positioned Hyderabad as a hub for startups and emerging technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n KTR also recalled Telangana\u2019s long-standing efforts to build the state as India\u2019s \u201cAI Capital,\u201d noting that the government had declared 2020 as the \u2018Year of AI\u2019<\/strong> and launched numerous AI-driven initiatives to foster innovation. He pointed to Hyderabad\u2019s growing global recognition as a technology powerhouse, already home to major players such as Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Meta, Apple, and Qualcomm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The former minister\u2019s remarks sparked a wave of positive reactions online. Social media users hailed his balanced and forward-looking outlook, especially given his position in the opposition. \u201cPutting aside all differences, an opposition leader is supporting his state,\u201d wrote X user Yogesh Sharma. Avantika Lohar added, \u201cThis is what we expect from ministers in other states too. Yogi Adityanath, take note.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Several others echoed similar sentiments. Indian Trend X praised his vision, writing: \u201cHyderabad is indeed the right place for OpenAI to take root in India. Exciting times ahead for the AI ecosystem. This man has lost the election and is in opposition, but look at his message. Compare it to politicians in other states and national leaders.\u201d Investor groups and professionals also expressed admiration, noting that such support for investments from the opposition was rare in Indian politics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Nirangkush Das commented, \u201cOpposition leaders advocating for investments for their state\u2014I think this has never happened before.\u201d Vikram Mohan said, \u201cPlaying for the city even while in opposition is true leadership. Whoever is in power, the interests of Telangana must always come first.\u201d T. Srikanth added that KTR\u2019s gesture set an example of \u201cstable governance\u201d that other states should follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Observers believe KTR\u2019s endorsement has not only boosted Hyderabad\u2019s profile globally but also reinforced public optimism about India\u2019s role in the emerging AI revolution. His message, many argue, was more than political courtesy\u2014it was a demonstration of mature leadership where the state\u2019s progress takes precedence over party lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With Hyderabad steadily consolidating its position as India\u2019s innovation and life sciences hub, KTR\u2019s forward-looking gesture has further strengthened the city\u2019s credentials as the country\u2019s preferred destination for global tech giants like OpenAI.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Hyderabad, Aug 2025 : Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president and former Telangana minister K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) has earned nationwide acclaim for his statesmanlike gesture in welcoming OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and endorsing Hyderabad as the most suitable base for the AI giant in India. 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