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WEF to Setup Fourth Industrial Revolution Centre in Andhra Pradesh
- 28 Jan 2026
- 2 min read
Why in News?
The World Economic Forum (WEF) has announced the establishment of a new Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) in Andhra Pradesh.
Key Points
- Global Expansion: WEF will establish five new Centres for the Fourth Industrial Revolution in France, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, and India.
- Indian Centre: The new centre will be set up in Andhra Pradesh.
- The Indian centre, referred to as a Centre for Energy and Cyber Resilience, will promote innovation‑led approaches to energy systems and cybersecurity strategies.
- Focus Areas: The centres will focus on artificial intelligence (AI), frontier technologies, energy transition, and cyber resilience.
- Partnership Model: Each hub will collaborate with governments, industries, and experts to develop scalable policy frameworks, pilot projects, and region‑specific solutions.
- WEF 4IR Network: The new centres will expand the WEF 4IR Network, aligning emerging technologies with governance and societal needs.
- Strategic Significance: Enhances regional capacity for technology governance, sustainable innovation, and workforce development in the digital and energy sectors.
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