Kurnool, Oct. 16 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday hailed Google's $15 billion investment in Andhra Pradesh as a significant milestone for the state's digital future.

The tech giant plans to establish India's first artificial intelligence hub in Visakhapatnam, catalysing next-generation digital infrastructure and innovation.

While adressing a public gathering in Kurnool, PM Modi said that Google's $15 bn investment will accelerate Andhra Pradesh's digital transformation and establish Visakhapatnam as a major AI and connectivity hub.

"This project (Google AI hub) will establish Visakhapatnam as an AI and connectivity hub. It will serve not only India but the entire world. I extend special congratulations to the people of Andhr...