Mohandas Pai Criticises Bengaluru's Infrastructure, TDP Minister Nara Lokesh Invites MNCs To Andhra

Mohandas Pai directed sharp criticism towards Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and his cabinet stating that the government's unfulfilled promises have led to widespread disillusionment.

Bengaluru's ongoing infrastructure woes have sparked a political storm as repeated downpours and traffic chaos have exposed significant gaps in the city’s management. Amidst growing discontent, former Infosys CFO TV Mohandas Pai strongly criticised the Karnataka government for its inaction while Telugu Desam Party (TDP) leader Nara Lokesh took the opportunity to woo multinational companies (MNCs) to Andhra Pradesh.

Mohandas Pai took to X (formerly Twitter) to voice his frustration with Bengaluru’s deteriorating infrastructure, particularly in critical areas like roads and drainage on the Outer Ring Road (ORR). He directed sharp criticism towards Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his cabinet, including Deputy CM DK Shivakumar and IT Minister Priyank Kharge, stating that the government's unfulfilled promises have led to widespread disillusionment.

Pai wrote, "Lack of action by @CMofKarnataka @siddaramaiah @DKShivakumar @PriyankKharge on roads, drainage, traffic on ORR is leading to huge anger and is forcing many MNCs to seriously consider expanding outside the city. Never seen this kind of anger and pain in the last 20 years. Sad day for all of us to have such a non-performing, callous, indifferent govt which treats its own citizens so badly."

Seizing the opportunity, Nara Lokesh, the General Secretary of the TDP and MLA from Mangalagiri, extended an invitation to MNCs to relocate or expand their operations to Andhra Pradesh.

Responding to Pai’s post, Lokesh emphasised that Andhra Pradesh under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is focused on creating a business-friendly environment. He wrote, "Namaskaram @TVMohandasPai Sir. With humble regards, I would like to extend an invitation to all MNCs to Andhra Pradesh, where Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri @ncbn Garu has introduced new, business-friendly policies. We view industries as vital stakeholders in our state’s welfare and growth. We are ready to offer world-class infrastructure and an exceptional business ecosystem, ensuring both ease and speed of doing business. #SpeedOfDoingBusiness #AndhraPradesh."

Further, Pai responded, "Trust levels in Andhra is low after what Jagan did.Work has to start visibly in Amravati to give hope.human capital is low in Andhra, people from outside will not easily relocate there.connectivity needs to be improved.Too early,pl show progress."

Following this, Nara Lokesh assured that they were making real, tangible progress starting with Amaravati as part of our efforts to regain that trust.

Meawhile, this development comes as Bengaluru, dubbed the 'Silicon Valley of India,' grapples with urban challenges that threaten its status as a leading tech hub.