Hyderabad: Deputy chief minister Bhatti Vikramarka said on Thursday that Telangana is no longer merely competing with other Indian states but is now standing shoulder-to-shoulder with developed nations. The deputy CM said that Telangana has emerged as a key destination for several industries and developmental projects, including the Future City initiative, Musi river rejuvenation project, and the Regional Ring Road. He said that the state has secured a firm place on the global development map, particularly in sectors like IT, pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence, and textiles. He was addressing the national-level CA students’ conference organised by the Hyderabad branch of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) here.Highlighting Telangana’s rise as a talent hub, Bhatti said the state is providing a strong platform for aspiring chartered accountants from across the country. He assured that those completing the CA course will find ample opportunities within the state.