NewwzVille Desk
From the fish harbours of Visakhapatnam to the auto lines of Anantapur, from the coffee hills of Araku to the handicraft villages of Kondapalli and Etikoppaka – Andhra Pradesh is moving ahead on the strength of GST reforms.
Strategically located on the uplands of the Deccan plateau, Telangana has long been a crossroads of languages, cultures, and traditions. It is known for its cuisine, arts, handlooms, and handicrafts. Economically, the state hosts a vital food processing industry, a nationally significant pharmaceutical hub.
Notably, the recent GST reforms further strengthen Telangana’s growth momentum. By easing the tax burden on essential goods and services, these reforms stimulate demand, enhance competitiveness, and open new avenues for employment. They directly benefit the state’s key sectors- from food processing and pharmaceuticals to manufacturing and exports- aligning seamlessly with Telangana’s vision for inclusive and sustainable development.
Telangana’s food processing sector, largely powered by MSMEs, plays a pivotal role in adding value to agricultural produce, creating jobs, and strengthening the rural economy. The industry processes ~25% of the state’s agricultural output, making it a vital link between farms and markets.
Telangana is home to ~4,000 factories and over 80,000 informal enterprises, accounting for ~10% of India’s total food processing units. Its market reach spans the domestic snack market, retailers, D2C brands, airlines, and supermarkets. On the export front, processed foods formed over 50% of the state’s agricultural and allied exports (by value) in 2023-24, shipped to destinations including the USA, Germany, France, Spain, and Russia.
