Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport in Bhogapuram, Andhra Pradesh, on August 1, 2026. The airport naming honors the historical figure Alluri Sitarama Raju, reflecting the government's emphasis on recognizing inspirational personalities from Indian history.
The Prime Minister highlighted the collaborative efforts between the NDA government at the Centre and in Andhra Pradesh, noting they are working with "remarkable speed" for the state's progress. Specific focus areas mentioned include development of the Blue Economy, port development, and industrial growth.
Modi acknowledged Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's leadership, stating the state is "thinking of the future and working towards it with great vigour." The state government is particularly focused on developing sectors including semiconductors, information technology, and innovation, which is expected to benefit the youth of Andhra Pradesh. The announcements were made through a series of posts on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), including messages in both English and Telugu languages.