Tourism Minister meets investors in GermanyProvides insights into investment opportunities in AP tourism sector

Andhra Pradesh Tourism Minister Kandula Durgesh, on day two of his Germany tour, met with various investors to discuss opportunities and resources for tourism development in the State. During the interactions, Minister Durgesh provided insights into investment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh’s tourism sector to representatives from the global media. He expressed happiness over attending the ITB Berlin 2025 conference, highlighting its potential to position Andhra Pradesh as a prime destination for international tourism investment.
Durgesh emphasised that Andhra Pradesh serves as the gateway to tourism in South India, boasting nearly 1,000 kilometres of extensive coastline, beautiful beaches, elevated hill regions, stunning natural landscapes and renowned pilgrimage sites.
He described Andhra Pradesh as a must-visit destination for European and global tourists, offering adventure tourism, historical heritage, and a beautiful coastal confluence. The Minister noted that the world-famous Tirumala Venkateswara Temple in the State attracts the highest number of visitors.
Additionally, he mentioned several places in Andhra Pradesh that symbolise Buddhist culture, such as Amaravati and Nagarjuna Konda. Durgesh acknowledged the efforts of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan in transforming Andhra Pradesh into a global tourist hub.
The Minister focused on developing international infrastructure, sustainable growth rates, employment opportunities for youth and local community participation in tourism development, along with attracting international investments.
He highlighted Andhra Pradesh’s beautiful beaches, including Rushikonda, Ramakrishna, Maipadu and Suryalanka, which are equipped with resources for luxury resorts, wellness centres, adventure tourism and eco-tourism development.
The Minister stressed the special emphasis on rural tourism development and mentioned the Araku Valley as a major tourist centre showcasing the lifestyle of tribal communities. He noted the opportunity for tourists to engage directly with locals in the hilly regions of Araku.
Furthermore, he announced special programmes for the management of solid waste materials to enhance cleanliness in tourist areas. The Minister concluded with a call for recognition of the tourism opportunities in Andhra Pradesh, receiving a wave of appreciation for his explanations on the sector’s potential.