Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy presented a bold new vision for Telangana, dubbing it the “Future State” during a key address to CEOs of leading tech unicorns. The event, an AI Business Round Table meeting, was hosted by the Indian Consulate General in Palo Alto, California, in August.
Amgen Announces New Innovation Hub in Hyderabad, Telangana
Amgen to Enhance Digital Capabilities and Drive Global Innovation from New Hyderabad Site
Hyderabad, Telangana – August 8, 2024 – In a landmark development, Amgen, a global biotechnology leader, has announced the establishment of a new technology and innovation center in Hyderabad, India. This facility, named Amgen India, will play a pivotal role in accelerating digital capabilities across Amgen’s global operations, furthering its mission to innovate in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Strategic Location in HITEC City
Amgen India will be strategically located in HITEC City, a thriving suburb of Hyderabad, renowned for its cutting-edge advancements in medicine, life sciences, and artificial intelligence (AI). The site, occupying six floors in this bustling tech hub, will accommodate up to 3,000 professionals and is expected to become operational by Q4 2024.
“Amgen has been a pioneer in biotechnology for over four decades, and establishing this new site in India represents a significant milestone in our mission to serve patients with greater speed, confidence, and efficiency,” stated Dr. David M. Reese, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Amgen. “India, with its world-class talent in technology and life sciences, is the ideal location for our new innovation hub.”
Accelerating Innovation and Technology Solutions
Amgen India will focus on developing and scaling new technology solutions that enhance efficiency across the enterprise. The site will create roles in AI, data science, life sciences, and other critical areas, contributing to Amgen’s global capabilities.
Leading the company’s expanded operations in India is Som Chattopadhyay, who has been appointed as the national executive for India.
Telangana Government’s Commitment to Innovation
Telangana’s Chief Minister, Revanth Reddy, expressed immense pride and excitement over Amgen’s decision to establish its first development facility in Hyderabad. “This is a remarkable achievement and a source of pride for Telangana,” said CM Reddy. “Amgen’s new site reinforces Hyderabad’s standing as a global hub for innovation and technology. We are honored to welcome one of the world’s leading biotech firms, whose mission to serve patients will inspire our world-class technology talent to make a meaningful impact.”
Accompanying CM Reddy at the meeting with Dr. David Reese and Som Chattopadhyay at Amgen’s R&D site in San Francisco was Telangana Industries Minister, Sri Duddilla Sridhar Babu. Speaking on the occasion, Minister Sridhar Babu remarked, “Amgen’s decision to establish Amgen India in Hyderabad is a powerful endorsement of Telangana’s life sciences ecosystem. The government is committed to collaborating with Amgen to ensure their success in this venture. This partnership marks the beginning of a promising, long-term collaboration, paving the way for a healthier future.”
Amgen’s Global Reach
With a workforce of nearly 27,000 employees, Amgen has a presence in approximately 100 countries, including a significant footprint in India. The new Hyderabad site underscores Amgen’s commitment to expanding its global innovation capabilities and serving patients worldwide.
This development signals a new chapter in Telangana’s journey toward becoming a global leader in technology and life sciences, with Amgen India at the forefront of this transformation.
