The Fedration of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry - FAPCCI

The Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry was started in 1917 as a Chamber of Commerce representing the entire old State of Hyderabad. That State included parts of present Karnataka, Maharashtra as well as all the Telugu speaking Districts of the old Nizam’s dominions. The year 1956 saw the formation of Andhra Pradesh and in 1958, its name was changed to 'The Federation of Andhra Pradesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry'. It started functioning with representation from the entire state. It gradually evolved into an organization representing large, medium and small scale industries. It also represented wholesale, retail and small trade organizations. It consists of public, private, joint and corporate sectors. With about 150 other Chambers and Associations at State, District, Mandal levels affiliated to it. FAPCCI has 3513 members on its rolls. Its indirect membership through its affiliates covers a broad spectrum of industries and trade organizations.