Further, it noted that the state is number one in barytes production, accounting for 92 per cent of barytes reserves in India. Similarly, it highlighted the aerospace and defence sector in the state, detailing the favourable policies and robust infrastructure. "The state boasts of significant establishments, including DRDO, Bharat Electronics Ltd, Bharat Dynamics Ltd, and the National Atomic Research Laboratory (NARL)," it said. According to the release, BEL is setting up a Defence Systems Integration Complex for Weapons and Radars in Anantapur district and a new generation electro-optics and advanced night vision cameras unit in Krishna district. Likewise, it noted that an air cargo complex near Visakhapatnam is in the pipeline, envisaged to give a shot in the arm of AP's logistics infrastructure. "Andhra Pradesh is the fastest growing state in the country with an 11.43 per cent growth rate, which is the highest in the country so far. Consistently for three years, Andhra Pradesh is ranked No. 1 in ease of doing business," Reddy added.