Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh urges youth to be part of the global digital economy. Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Information Technology, J. Nara Lokesh, addressed the opening ceremony of the new IBM Consulting FutureNow Center here today. In his address, the minister said,"The IBM FutureNow Center will play a pioneering role in positioning Visakhapatnam as a global destination for Artificial Intelligence, digital services and exponentially growing innovations." Mr. Lokesh further added, "The alliance government aims to create an ecosystem that will attract investment and generate quality employment, nurture future talent, and provide the youth of Andhra Pradesh with opportunities to participate in the global digital economy." He also expressed satisfaction at the continuing interest of IBM in the state and looks forward to partnering with them to make Visakhapatnam a major center for Artificial Intelligence and digital innovations in India.