Sri City—officially known as Satyavedu Reserve Infracity Pvt. Ltd—is one of India’s most advanced integrated business cities. Located in Andhra Pradesh, it combines industrial infrastructure, smart living, and global corporate presence, making it a fast-growing destination for investment and employment.
Strategically positioned along the Chennai–Bengaluru Industrial Corridor, Sri City has emerged as a preferred choice for multinational industries, manufacturing hubs, electronics clusters, and logistics players.
Sri City Overview
Launched on 8 August 2008, Sri City spans 7,500 acres and is located in the southern region of Andhra Pradesh near Tirupati, just 55 km from Chennai. It is also only 10 km from Tada, which is why it is popularly called Tada Sri City.
Designed by Singapore’s renowned Jurong Consultants, the smart city is built on the global principles of:
✔ Work
✔ Live
✔ Learn
✔ Play
Today, Sri City is one of India’s top industrial and business hubs, hosting:
- 220+ global companies
- Investments worth USD 4.5+ billion
- Exports exceeding USD 4 billion
- Industries from 30+ countries
The city has top-tier infrastructure, including:
- Direct access to NH-16
- 4 deep-water ports within 100 km
- 2 international airports (Chennai & Tirupati)
- 24/7 power, clean water supply & world-class road networks
- A 80-acre IIIT Sri City campus for advanced research
Aim of Sri City
Sri City aims to become India’s top industrial and residential smart city, offering:
- A business-friendly environment
- A hub for global investments
- Employment opportunities for local communities
- Sustainable and eco-friendly development
- Seamless logistic and export systems
Sri City Companies List (Zones-wise)
Below are some of the major industry players operating in Sri City:
Indian Companies
- Blue Star India
- USG Boral India
- Thermax
North American Companies
- Cadbury
- Colgate-Palmolive
- Kellogg’s
European Companies
- Danieli (Italy)
- TII Group (Germany)
- Alstom Transport (France)
Asian Companies
- Isuzu (Japan)
- Foxconn (Taiwan)
- Rockworth Office Systems (Thailand/Dubai)
Photos of Tada Sri City Andhra Pradesh
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- Corporate Business Centre
- Healthcare Facilities
- IIIT Sri City Campus
Sri City Facilities
Sri City offers world-class infrastructure and smart-city amenities.
1. Transportation
Road Connectivity
Sri City is surrounded by three major roads:
- NH-16 (Part of Golden Quadrilateral)
- Tada–Tirupati State Highway
- Kadur–Satyavedu–Tiruvallur–Sriperumbudur Road Network
Rail Connectivity
- Connected via broad-gauge railway lines
- Nearest stations: Tada (North) and Arambakkam (South)
- Major long-distance trains stop at Renigunta Junction
Air Connectivity
- 87.5 km from Chennai International Airport
- 82 km from Tirupati Airport
- AP Government plans mini-airports in every district
2. Power
- Main supply by APSPDCL
- State government allocated 450 MW exclusively for Sri City
- Ensures round-the-clock industrial power availability
3. Telecom
Equipped with high-speed data and optical fibre networks:
- Airtel
- Jio
- Vodafone
- Tata Telecommunications (IoT network support)
4. Water Supply
- Receives 81 MLD (Million Litres per Day) from AP Government
- Advanced rainwater harvesting infrastructure
5. Sewage Treatment
- Centralised Sewage Treatment Plant (STP)
- Treatment capacity: 47 MLD
- Processed water used for landscaping & flushing
Sri City Development Highlights
- AP Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated 15 new industrial projects worth ₹1,570 crore, creating 8,480 jobs
- Government plans to add 2,000 more acres to Sri City
- 95% of the workforce (~62,000 employees) comes from nearby villages
- Focus on community upliftment and local hiring
Business Zones at Sri City
Sri City is divided into 4 specialised business zones.
1. Special Economic Zone (SEZ)
Dedicated to export-oriented manufacturing and industries.
Offers incentives, fast approvals, and world-class logistics.
2. Free Trade & Warehousing Zone (FTWZ)
Designed for:
- Logistics
- Storage
- Smooth movement of import/export goods
3. Domestic Tariff Zone (DTZ)
- Spread across 2,500 acres
- Suitable for companies focusing on the Indian market
- Hosts support industries serving SEZ units
4. Electronic Manufacturing Cluster (EMC)
Focused on:
- Electronics R&D
- Component design
- Greenfield manufacturing units
Sri City Andhra Pradesh: Major Expansion Plans
Andhra Pradesh is transforming Sri City into one of the world’s largest industrial hubs.
Expansion at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| New Land Allocated | 6,000 acres |
| Current Status | India’s 2nd largest Japanese Industrial Township |
| Existing Japanese Companies | 35+ |
| Current Investment | ₹20,000+ crore |
| Future Target | Companies from 50 countries |
| Expected Job Creation | 1,50,000+ jobs |
State Government Initiatives
To attract global investors, AP announced:
- Sovereign guarantee for industrial investments
- Opening of Escrow accounts for transparent project financing
- Developing an airstrip near Sri City
- Fast-track approvals and investor-friendly policies
Recent MoUs
- 12 companies signed new MoUs
- Combined investment: ₹2,320 crore
- Expected employment: 12,365 jobs
- Sectors include engineering, pharma, electronics & food processing
Conclusion
Sri City (Tada), Andhra Pradesh, is rapidly evolving into India’s most advanced industrial smart city. With global companies, robust connectivity, world-class infrastructure, and massive expansion plans, it stands as a major engine of growth for the state and the country.
As Andhra Pradesh scales up Sri City with international standards, it is set to play a defining role in shaping India’s industrial future.