Orvakal in Kurnool emerges as pharma hub with Virupaksha, Sigachi investments

• Andhra Pradesh government states Orvakal in Kurnool district is emerging as a pharmaceutical hub.
• Hyderabad-based Virupaksha Organics and Sigachi Industries are expanding operations in Orvakal.
• Virupaksha Organics received approval for over 100 acres to establish an API and organic chemicals manufacturing facility.
• This Virupaksha Organics project involves a Rs 1,225 crore investment and is expected to create 1,500 direct jobs.
• Sigachi Industries, a pharmaceutical excipient manufacturer, also formalized expansion plans.

Why It Matters: Orvakal's emergence as a pharma hub promises regional economic growth and jobs.