Visakhapatnam's expanding data centre ecosystem is projected to create 51,840 jobs and generate demand for 2.33 crore sq ft of residential real estate, according to a private research report cited by the Andhra Pradesh government, highlighting the city's growing role as a digital infrastructure hub
Mumbai has entered the world's top 15 data centre markets by operational capacity, while Hyderabad has emerged as one of the fastest-growing hubs, according to Knight Frank. The report highlights India's expanding digital infrastructure, driven by cloud adoption, AI and sustained investments.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that AirTrunk will invest about Rs 3 lakh crore (USD 30 billion) in India to develop 5 GW of data centre capacity. The investment is expected to boost cloud computing, AI infrastructure, employment generation and digital innovation
N Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation for a $15 billion Google AI data centre near Visakhapatnam, calling it a major growth engine for India, with plans to boost digital infrastructure, AI innovation, and position Andhra Pradesh as a leading data hub
India’s ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra said India’s transformation is driven by strong economic growth, governance reforms, digital and physical infrastructure, and technological innovation. He highlighted deepening India–US ties and India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047
India and Singapore are developing a roadmap for a digital maritime corridor and green shipping under an MoU framework, focusing on decarbonisation, infrastructure, and clean fuel logistics, announced during Singapore Maritime Week with participation from key officials
The Central Government has praised Telangana’s T-FIBER project, with IT Minister Sridhar Babu saying it is now a national model. The initiative provides high-speed broadband and has improved connectivity across villages and government institutions.
The Union Budget 2026–27 proposes a tax holiday till 2047 for foreign cloud companies using data centres in India to serve global customers. The move aims to attract investment, boost data centre capacity and position India as a global AI and digital infrastructure hub.
The MoU intends to promote digital transformation and the development of pilot or demo solutions and the facilitation of private sector contacts to mutually benefit the digital ecosystems of both countries.
The G20 declaration consolidates a vision for the future improved by technology, responsible artificial intelligence and digital public infrastructure.
