Visakhapatnam, October 14 (Daily Kiran): In a groundbreaking development for India’s digital ecosystem, Bharti Airtel and Google have announced plans to establish the country’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. The project marks a major milestone in advancing India’s AI infrastructure and technological capacity.
The $15 billion (USD) investment, spread over five years (2026–2030), will include the construction of gigawatt-scale data center operations, powered by clean energy and supported by a robust subsea and terrestrial network.
AI Hub: A Collaboration Between Airtel, Google, and AdaniConneX
The AI Hub will be primarily owned by Google, while Airtel and AdaniConneX will play key roles in execution. The project aims to accelerate AI adoption across Indian businesses by offering Google’s full-stack AI services and a next-generation digital infrastructure.
As part of the initiative, Airtel and Google will also develop a state-of-the-art data center and a Cable Landing Station (CLS) in Visakhapatnam. The CLS will host Google’s new international subsea cables, which will connect India to the global digital backbone, enhancing connectivity and data capacity.
Airtel will lead the development of a high-capacity intra-city and inter-city fibre network, ensuring seamless data transmission and AI service integration across the region.
Leadership Speaks
Gopal Vittal, Chairman and Managing Director of Bharti Airtel, said:
“This partnership with Google is a defining moment in India’s digital future. By combining world-class AI infrastructure with our nation’s extraordinary talent and expanding global connectivity, we are laying the foundation for India to become a leader in the AI-driven era. With Visakhapatnam becoming a new hub on the world’s AI map, we are ensuring that India has the opportunity to set the pace for innovation, digital inclusion, and economic growth.”
Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, added:
“Meeting the demands of India’s AI Mission requires cutting-edge infrastructure, computational power, and ubiquitous connectivity. Working with Airtel, we will deliver next-generation AI services and create the essential digital backbone required to power inclusive growth across India.”
A Defining Moment for India’s AI Mission
The Visakhapatnam AI Hub is expected to transform India into a global center for AI innovation, supporting sectors such as education, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing through high-performance computing and cloud-based intelligence.
With this strategic collaboration, India moves closer to becoming a global leader in AI infrastructure, paving the way for widespread digital inclusion and sustainable growth.
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