Collector Reviews Summit Preparations

Visakhapatnam District Collector M. Abhishikth Kishore has directed officials from various departments to ensure seamless arrangements for the CII Partnership Summit, scheduled to be held in the city on November 12 and 13, 2026.

The directions were issued during a review of preparations involving State and district-level officials. The focus is on ensuring that delegates arriving from different parts of India and abroad do not face inconvenience during the event.

Focus on Security, Transport and Hospitality

Officials have been instructed to coordinate arrangements for delegate arrivals, transportation, entry passes, accommodation and protocol. Authorities have also been asked to prepare backup plans to address any last-minute challenges.

A coordinated control room and dedicated liaison arrangements are among the measures planned to monitor preparations. The administration is also focusing on hospitality and welcoming delegates.

Venue and City-Level Preparations

The Andhra University Engineering College grounds are being prepared as the summit venue. GVMC and other departments have been directed to complete necessary civic works, sanitation, beautification, traffic management and other facilities.

Authorities are also focusing on security arrangements, CCTV surveillance and safety checks at the event venues.

The district administration is working with the concerned departments to ensure that Visakhapatnam is ready to host the international business event.