On Friday, September 5, 2025, the Telugu Association of Switzerland (TAS) and the Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu Society (APNRTS) hosted an important meet and greet event featuring Hon’ble Minister for Non-Resident Telugus (NRIs) and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Shri. Kondapalli Srinivas. This gathering provided a valuable opportunity for the Swiss Telugu community to interact with the Minister and discuss the crucial role of NRIs in the development of Andhra Pradesh. Key organizers Kishore Thatikonda and Sunny Mudunuru from TAS, along with Krishna Valluri from APNRTS, welcomed community members to an event that highlighted the importance of collaboration between Andhra Pradesh and its overseas Telugu population.
In his address, Minister Kondapalli Srinivas stressed the necessity for greater involvement from Telugu NRIs in development initiatives centered on Andhra Pradesh, particularly within the MSME sector. He encouraged participants to embrace their entrepreneurial spirit by proposing innovative business ideas that could result in the creation of small and medium enterprises in their home state. Furthermore, the Minister underscored the importance of engaging the next generation of the Telugu diaspora in maintaining and promoting the rich cultural heritage of Andhra Pradesh. He provided valuable suggestions for involving Telugu children in cultural activities and education to foster a stronger connection to their roots.
To enhance ties with NRIs, the Minister invited feedback and support, assuring attendees that assistance would be accessible for any business ventures in Andhra Pradesh. The event concluded positively, with many participants expressing their eagerness to engage in various development projects aimed at improving the socio-economic landscape of Andhra Pradesh. TAS and APNRTS remain dedicated to fostering ongoing dialogue and collaboration with the Telugu community in Switzerland, looking forward to future initiatives that leverage the potential of NRIs in the growth of Andhra Pradesh.
