Archive · 1 Oct 2026
Naidu Pushes Araku Toward Premier Global Coffee Destination
Andhra Pradesh wants Araku to become famous for coffee around the world.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the government is investing in this goal.
He said stronger branding could help local coffee growers.
Araku Coffee comes from the hills of Andhra Pradesh, especially the Paderu area.
Naidu said the coffee represents the state’s heritage.
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said the coffee is connected to the Eastern Ghats and tribal farmers.
He also said Araku Coffee has been shown at stalls in Parliament in New Delhi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted the coffee and the tribal families involved in growing it.
The leaders shared these comments on International Coffee Day.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said Andhra Pradesh is investing in making Araku a premier global coffee destination.
The initiative aims to build the Araku Coffee brand, empower local growers and expand Andhra Pradesh’s global coffee presence.
Naidu described Araku Coffee as part of Andhra Pradesh’s heritage, produced in the Paderu area.
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan said Araku Coffee reflects the Eastern Ghats, tribal communities and traditional knowledge.
Araku Coffee has been showcased through dedicated stalls in Parliament in New Delhi, according to Pawan Kalyan.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and the Andhra Pradesh government.
- What
- An initiative to develop Araku into a premier global coffee destination and strengthen the Araku Coffee brand.
- When
- Thursday, October 1, 2026, on International Coffee Day.
- Where
- Araku and the Paderu area of Andhra Pradesh, with Araku Coffee also showcased in Parliament in New Delhi.
- Why
- To empower local growers, highlight the region’s heritage and strengthen Andhra Pradesh’s position in the global coffee market.
- Initiative
- Building Araku into a premier global coffee destination
- State
- Andhra Pradesh
- Product
- Araku Coffee
- Production area
- Paderu area
- Stated beneficiaries
- Local growers and tribal farming families
- Cultural setting
- The Eastern Ghats and Andhra Pradesh’s heritage
- Showcase location
- Parliament in New Delhi
- Announcement date
- October 1, 2026