Google's Strategic Expansion of Data Centres in India

Google Expands Data Centres in India

Google is ramping up its investment in India's digital infrastructure, with plans to expand its data centre operations in the country. Following a significant announcement about enabling businesses to run its Gemini 1.5 Flash AI model locally, the tech giant is keen on building on its existing data centres in Mumbai and Delhi.

Investment in Cloud Infrastructure

In an interview with the Economic Times, Bikram Singh Bedi, Google Cloud India’s vice-president and managing director, stated that India is one of the fastest-growing regions for Google Cloud globally. The company is continuing to invest heavily in its cloud capacity to meet the increasing demand. Adoption in India has seen a rapid surge, and Google is eager to keep pace with this expansion.

New Developments in India

• Businesses can now conduct machine-learning processes for its Gemini 1.5 Flash AI model locally.
• Enhanced control and security for organizations, especially in the public sector.
• Collaboration with EkStep Foundation to export India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) model.

A New Data Centre in Navi Mumbai

In addition to expanding its facilities, Google is reportedly close to finalising the acquisition of a 22.5-acre land parcel in Navi Mumbai, where it intends to develop its first self-built data centre in India. The proposed land deal is estimated at approximately Rs 850 crore ($102 million).

India's AI and Cloud Ecosystem

Google's commitment to expanding its data centres in India reflects its strategy to enhance its presence in one of its most promising markets. Major Indian organizations across various industries are already leveraging Google’s AI and cloud solutions, establishing the company as a key player in India's fast-evolving tech ecosystem.