In a landmark move underscoring India’s growing importance in global technology Google has announced its first ever AI Hub in the country, backed by a massive USD 15 billion investment over the next five years.
AI Hub will be located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, and is set to become Google’s largest AI and data infrastructure facility outside the United States. The project includes the development of a gigawatt scale data centre campus, cutting edge AI research and development facilities, and a new international cable gateway to boost connectivity across Asia.
Infrastructure and Partnerships
Google will collaborate with AdaniConneX and Bharti Airtel to develop advanced data infrastructure and sustainable energy solutions for the facility. The company also plans to invest in clean energy generation, storage systems, and expanded fiber optic networks to support the hub’s high compute capacity.
Strategic
This move aligns with India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, aiming to position the country as a global leader in AI, cloud computing, and digital transformation. The hub is expected to create thousands of direct and indirect jobs, boost digital infrastructure, and attract international startups and researchers to India’s tech ecosystem.
Global Impact
Analysts view the announcement as a strategic step for both India and Google. It strengthens Google’s global AI operations while cementing India’s position as a key player in the emerging AI power digital economy.
Google’s AI Hub announcement
- Investment: USD 15 billion over (2026 2030)
- Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India .
- Significance: Google’s largest AI data center hub outside the US
- Infrastructure: Gigawatt scale data centre, AI labs cable gateway, expanded fibre and energy networks.
- Partnerships: Adani Conex and Bharti Airtel.
