Google’s Massive $10 Billion Investment in Andhra Pradesh: A New Era for India’s Digital Economy
This is the highest ever single investment commitment from any global organization in India till now.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced a groundbreaking investment from Google, amounting to ₹88,000 crore (approximately $10 billion) over the next three years.
This investment will be utilized to develop data centers and Artificial Intelligence (AI) projects in Visakhapatnam, marking the single largest investment since India’s financial reforms.
Key Highlights of the proposed investment:
Data Center Development: Google’s subsidiary Raiden Infotech India Ltd will develop three campuses across Tarluvada, Adavivaram, and Rambilli in Visakhapatnam.
Job Creation: The project is expected to generate around 1.88 lakh direct and indirect jobs every year across IT, construction, operations, and allied industries.
Economic Impact: The investment will add ₹10,518 crore annually to Andhra Pradesh’s GSDP during 2028-2032 and ₹9,553 crore annually through digital enablement across the economy.
Infrastructure Development: The state government will develop a dedicated Emerging Technologies Cluster around the data center to attract AI and cloud players, accelerating Vizag’s rise as India’s AI Capital.
Government Initiatives:
Single-Window Clearances: Andhra Pradesh offered single-window clearances, GST input tax credits, and industrial infrastructure support to facilitate the investment.
Policy Reforms: The Centre revised the National Data Centre Policy to provide 20-year tax exemptions for mega projects, making Andhra Pradesh a competitive choice.
Future Prospects:
Digital Economy Growth: This investment signals a new era in India’s digital growth, with potential productivity-led benefits and long-term tax revenue for the state.
Global Hub: Andhra Pradesh aims to emerge as a leading global destination for data centers and AI-driven industries, positioning itself as a strategic hub for digital infrastructure .
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