Microsoft Founder Bill Gates Likely to Visit Amaravati in Andhra Pradesh on February 18
Hyderabad/Amaravati, February 2026 — Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates is expected to visit Amaravati, the planned capital city of Andhra Pradesh, on February 18, according to multiple media reports circulating in early February 2026.
During the visit, Gates is likely to meet Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu to discuss key developmental initiatives and ongoing collaborations between the state government and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The discussions are anticipated to focus on technology-driven advancements in sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, and potentially AI-based innovations and governance.
The Andhra Pradesh government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation in March 2025 to leverage AI and advanced technologies for improved outcomes in these priority areas. This partnership aims to enhance service delivery and efficiency across rural and urban communities in the state.
Reports indicate that the visit could also touch upon ambitious projects like the proposed Quantum Valley in Andhra Pradesh, with possibilities for further investments or support from Gates’ initiatives to boost the state’s tech and innovation ecosystem.
Earlier announcements from CM Naidu had mentioned a potential visit by Gates around mid-February (such as February 14-15), but recent updates have converged on February 18 as the probable date. The itinerary remains tentative and subject to final confirmation, as such high-profile visits often depend on scheduling and other factors.
This development underscores Andhra Pradesh’s push under the current administration to attract global expertise and philanthropy for sustainable growth, particularly in reviving and developing Amaravati as a modern, greenfield capital city.
Sources close to the matter suggest the meeting will review progress on existing MoUs and explore new avenues for collaboration to align with the state’s vision for technology-led prosperity.
(Note: This story is compiled based on consistent reporting from outlets like Deccan Chronicle, M9 News, and social media aggregations from Indian Startup News and others as of February 6, 2026. Official confirmation from the Andhra Pradesh government or the Gates Foundat
