Collector demands development of IT hub in East Godavari

District Collector Ch. Kirthi along with Rajamahendravaram Municipal Corporation Commissioner Rahul Meena during a virtual review meeting on Godavari Pushkarams-2027 on Friday. | Photo credit: th-online admin

East Godavari District Collector Ch. Kirthi directed officials to identify available government land and buildings that could be used to attract information technology (IT) companies and start-ups in the district.

In a review meeting with the Revenue and Industries department on Tuesday, Ms. Kirthi said that a large number of IT professionals from the Godavari region will benefit from setting up of IT companies and start-ups in East Godavari district.

It directed officials to digitize details of available government land suitable for setting up IT companies and start-ups. The Collector invited firms and IT professionals to submit their proposals for setting up their units in the district.

“Private land owners and building owners are encouraged to come on board and offer their land and infrastructure on lease for setting up IT companies and start-ups,” Ms Kirthi said.

Published – 10 Nov 2026 20:01 IST