German state Bavaria eyes Telangana for AI, Quantum Computing and GCC investments
Around 300 Indian companies currently operate in Bavaria, while more than 400 Bavarian companies have established operations across India.
A delegation led by Tobias Gotthardt, Vice Minister in the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, meets Telangana IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu in Hyderabad on Friday to discuss collaboration in AI, quantum computing and technology investments.
Hyderabad: Telangana has taken another step towards strengthening its position as a global technology investment destination, with a high-level delegation from Germany’s State of Bavaria exploring opportunities for collaboration in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, Global Capability Centres (GCCs), advanced manufacturing and digital infrastructure.
The discussions took place during a meeting between Tobias Gotthardt, Vice Minister in the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, and Telangana IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu in Hyderabad on Friday.
The meeting focused on building long-term partnerships in research, innovation and technology-driven investments, while leveraging Telangana’s growing ecosystem for frontier technologies.
Welcoming the delegation, Sridhar Babu said Telangana is building a globally competitive innovation ecosystem anchored by artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and deep-tech research.
“Artificial intelligence and quantum computing will shape the next phase of global innovation and economic growth. Telangana is investing in world-class infrastructure, a strong talent pipeline and industry-friendly policies that enable companies to innovate and scale,” the Minister said, inviting Bavarian companies, research institutions and technology leaders to expand their presence in the state.
The German delegation included Michael Hasper, Consul General of Germany; Amita Desai, Honorary Consul of Germany in Hyderabad; Ulrike Hoffmann, Executive Director, Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs; John Kottayil, Executive Director, Bavaria India Office; along with senior government and industry representatives. Officials from the Telangana Government also participated in the discussions.
Highlighting Hyderabad’s emergence as one of India’s leading innovation hubs, Michael Hasper encouraged German companies looking to expand into India to consider Hyderabad as a preferred investment destination, citing its skilled talent pool, vibrant innovation ecosystem and business-friendly environment.
Vice Minister Tobias Gotthardt described Hyderabad as one of India’s fastest-growing economic centres and emphasised Bavaria’s interest in strengthening regional partnerships.
He said regional cooperation is becoming an important driver of the global economy and expressed confidence that closer engagement between Bavaria and Telangana would create long-term opportunities for businesses and innovation ecosystems on both sides.
The discussions also underscored the growing economic relationship between India and Bavaria. Around 300 Indian companies currently operate in Bavaria, while more than 400 Bavarian companies have established operations across India. Bilateral trade between Bavaria and India has reached approximately €4.4 billion, reflecting expanding commercial and investment ties.
Both sides identified artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, advanced manufacturing, Global Capability Centres and digital infrastructure as priority sectors for future collaboration.
A follow-up delegation of Bavarian industry leaders is expected to visit Telangana to explore investment opportunities and establish long-term technology partnerships, signalling continued momentum in the state’s efforts to attract high-value global investments, an official release said.
