AB InBev, the world’s largest brewer, has announced plans to invest a significant amount for expanding its existing facility in Telangana. The announcement was made during a high-level meeting with the state’s ‘Telangana Rising’ delegation at the World Economic Forum 2025 in Davos on Tuesday.
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy led the delegation that met with John Blood, Chief Legal and Corporate Affairs Officer of AB InBev. The meeting resulted in the brewing giant committing to expand its operations in the state, which is expected to generate substantial additional revenue annually for Telangana.
The company currently operates two manufacturing plants in Telangana and provides employment to 600 people. AB InBev has an operational presence in over 50 countries globally and is recognized as a major player in the brewing industry worldwide.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy expressed satisfaction over securing the investment for the state. He emphasized that revenue generation and capacity building are crucial components of the state’s ambitious roadmap. The Chief Minister stated that these investments align with the Telangana Rising 2047 vision, which aims to transform the state into a $3 trillion economy by 2047.
Minister D. Sridhar Babu highlighted the state’s commitment to creating a favorable business environment. He pointed to policy stability, world-class infrastructure, and ease of doing business as key factors in building sustained investor confidence. The minister noted that these elements are positioning Telangana as an investment magnet for global companies.
The delegation’s meeting with AB InBev representatives covered multiple areas beyond the expansion announcement. Discussions focused on potential collaboration in circular water use, a critical sustainability initiative for manufacturing operations in the region.
The talks also explored opportunities for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending in Telangana. The company showed interest in focusing its CSR initiatives on women empowerment, education, and skill development programs across the state.
Minister D. Sridhar Babu stated, “With policy stability, world-class infrastructure, and ease of doing business, we are building sustained investor confidence to position the state as an investment magnet.”
