# Rayalaseema Global Horticulture Hub development

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rayalaseema-global-horticulture-hub-development
> Updated: 2026-10-02T12:56:43.000Z. Sources: 12. Developments: 2.

In October 2026, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman laid the foundation stone for the ‘Global Horticulture Hub – Rayalaseema Rising’ project and the Indian School of Agriculture in Madanapalle, Annamayya district. The Rs 1 lakh crore initiative aims to transform the drought-prone Rayalaseema region into a global fruit-producing center by expanding horticulture cultivation by 6 lakh hectares and increasing production from 222 lakh tonnes to 435 lakh tonnes.

The project is scheduled for implementation in three phases through July 2029. Funding involves Rs 40,352 crore from the Central government and a target of Rs 60,000 crore from the private sector. The development spans 10 districts and 5,869 villages. To support this, the central government is emphasizing programs such as PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi, Kisan Credit Cards, PM Fasal Bima Yojana, and the PM-KUSUM scheme for solar irrigation, alongside multilateral support from the World Bank and Asian Development Bank.

The foundation ceremony, attended by Reliance Industries’ executive director Anant Ambani, faced disruptions from local protesters. Farmers and youth expressed concerns regarding unemployment and demanded local job opportunities. Additionally, YSRCP leader YS Jagan Mohan Reddy criticized the project, describing the investment claims as ‘theatrics’ and alleging a lack of actual budget allocation.

## Claims

- The Global Horticulture Hub project has an estimated total investment of Rs 1 lakh crore. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- The Central government will contribute Rs 40,352 crore to the project. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The project aims to mobilize Rs 60,000 crore in private sector investments. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The project will be implemented in three phases between August 2026 and July 2029. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The initiative covers 201 clusters across 303 mandals and 5,869 villages in 10 districts. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The Global Horticulture Hub will transform Rayalaseema from a drought-prone region into a land of prosperity. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The project aims to increase horticultural production from 222 lakh tonnes to 435 lakh tonnes. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The project is expected to directly benefit 9.6 lakh farmers. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-02: Nirmala Sitharaman announces expanded agricultural support and horticulture hub in Andhra Pradesh

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced expanded agricultural support and the launch of the Rayalaseema Global Horticulture Hub in Andhra Pradesh to boost rural livelihoods and climate resilience.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nirmala-sitharaman-announces-expanded-agricultural-support-and-horticulture-hub-in-andhra-pradesh

### 2026-10-02: Rayalaseema Global Horticulture Hub foundation laid in Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh launched a Rs 1 lakh crore Global Horticulture Hub in Rayalaseema to boost production and irrigation, despite protests from locals and political criticism regarding budget allocations.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayalaseema-global-horticulture-hub-launched-with-rs-1-lakh-crore-investment

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