维沙卡帕特南筹备第31届CII伙伴关系峰会2026，含航空航天制造会议及展览

Visakhapatnam is gearing up to host the 31st CII Partnership Summit 2026, with the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC) reviewing venue preparations ahead of the three-day programme scheduled from 11-13 November 2026. The main Partnership Summit will take place on 12-13 November, preceded by sectoral discussions and conferences on 11 November.

Organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), the summit will be held at the Andhra University Engineering College Grounds, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The programme will bring together business leaders, investors, policymakers and industry representatives to discuss trade, investment and opportunities across key economic sectors.

Ahead of the event, GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg inspected the proposed venue on 5 November and reviewed the arrangements, including venue layout, registration facilities, parking, entry and exit points, lighting, signboards, landscaping and road improvements. Officials were directed to complete the pending works within the stipulated timeline and coordinate with CII representatives to ensure smooth event operations.

A key industry highlight will be the Aerospace Manufacturing Conference & Exhibition, scheduled as part of the sectoral programme on 11 November. The programme will also feature discussions on the defence industrial ecosystem, bringing attention to India’s expanding aerospace and defence manufacturing capabilities.

The dedicated aerospace exhibition is expected to provide an industry platform for showcasing manufacturing capabilities, technological developments and potential business collaborations. The broader summit will create opportunities for industry stakeholders to explore partnerships and investment prospects across various sectors.

With preparations underway, the CII Partnership Summit is expected to strengthen Visakhapatnam’s position as a destination for major business gatherings and industry-focused events, while highlighting Andhra Pradesh’s potential in attracting domestic and international investment.