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Construction of India’s largest LG Electronics manufacturing plant in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, has hit a major milestone, reaching 75% completion in July 2026.
Andhra Pradesh Minister for IT, Electronics, and Communications, Nara Lokesh, announced the development, showcasing the state’s rapid industrial execution. The massive ₹5,001-crore facility is on track to begin commercial production before the end of 2026.
A Leap in Industrial Progress
The manufacturing plant marks a significant victory for the state’s targeted industrial push. Minister Lokesh highlighted the project as a prime example of the state’s operational efficiency, writing, “This is the ‘speed of doing business’ in action – turning investment commitments into world-class manufacturing, jobs and growth for Andhra Pradesh”.
- May 2025: Initial foundation stone laid and groundbreaking completed.
- July 2026: Structural work reaches 75% completion within 14 months.
- Late 2026: Phased commercial manufacturing is scheduled to officially begin.
Massive Scope and Employment Boost
Spread across a sprawling 247-acre campus provided by the Andhra Pradesh Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (APIIC) in Sri City, this is set to be LG Electronics’ largest and third mega-manufacturing hub in India, complementing its existing bases in Noida and Pune.
| Feature | Details |
| Total Investment | ₹5,001 Crore |
| Key Products | Refrigerators, ACs, Washing Machines, TVs, and Compressors |
| Job Creation | 1,500+ direct jobs and 5,000 indirect employment opportunities |
| Phased Expansion | Strategic development pipeline scaled through 2029 |
Catalysing the Electronics Ecosystem
The highly automated facility is expected to serve as an anchor unit, drawing an extensive network of component suppliers and ancillary vendors to the region. State officials noted that this quick transition from an MoU to an almost finished, world-class factory solidifies Andhra Pradesh’s position as a premier, hassle-free global investment destination for electronics manufacturing.