Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy took center stage as the chief guest at the US Independence Day celebrations held in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills, hosted by US Consul General Jennifer Larson. Addressing a distinguished gathering, Revanth extended heartfelt greetings and emphasized the transformative role of the United States in the global democratic order. “The world changed after America’s independence. The US became a beacon of democracy and innovation,” he said, lauding the nation’s leadership in offering solutions across the globe. He praised the enduring strength of the Indo-US relationship and recalled the Congress-led government’s contribution to it, highlighting the establishment of the US Consulate in Hyderabad in 2008 under late CM Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy.

Drawing parallels between Telangana and the United States, CM Revanth said both represent resilience, innovation, and enduring friendship. He commended Consul General Jennifer Larson for enhancing cooperation in vital sectors such as IT, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, defence, and manufacturing. Revanth proudly mentioned that over 200 American companies are now operating in Hyderabad, with thousands of Telangana students pursuing higher education in the US. “The Telugu language and culture are flourishing on American soil,” he added, underlining the strong cultural ties nurtured over the years.

The Chief Minister also used the occasion to lay out his economic vision for Telangana, reiterating the ambitious ‘Telangana Rising’ roadmap that aims to grow the state’s economy to $1 trillion by 2035 and $3 trillion by 2047. Inviting deeper American collaboration, he positioned Telangana as a strategic partner in India’s growth. He ended his speech by echoing the theme of the event, “Unite… Stronger…”, stating, “Together, we can grow stronger and bring the best of America to Telangana.” The event served as a powerful reminder of the expanding strategic, economic, and cultural ties between the state and the United States.