CM Revanth Reddy pitches for further strengthening of US-Telangana ties

Hyderabad, Jul 11 (PTI) Observing that about 200 American companies are operating in sectors such as IT, pharmaceuticals and defence in Hyderabad, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Friday said his government is working to boost the people-to-people ties and trade relations between Telangana and the US.

Speaking at the America Independence Day celebrations here, Reddy said the spirit of Telangana -- of not accepting defeat and making a positive difference -- is similar to the ethos of the United States.

While Hyderabad is home to nearly 200 US companies operating in various sectors, many students from Telangana go to the US to fulfil their dreams, the chief minister pointed out.

He said his government is working to strengthen the people-to-people ties between Telangana and the US.

The Congress government in the southern state is working towards the "Telangana Rising" vision to achieve a USD 1 trillion economy by 2035 and a USD 3 trillion economy by 2047, Reddy said, seeking the support of Americans in meeting the target.

The friendly ties between Telugu people and the US are very strong, and Telugu is one of the fastest-growing languages in the US, he said.

The chief minister further said the US Consulate in Hyderabad, headed by Jennifer Larson, acts as a strong bridge between Telangana and America in strengthening trade relations. PTI SJR AMJ RC