AirTrunk\u00a0plans to invest more than INR 3,000 billion (US$30 billion)\u00a0in India by 2030\u00a0in support of\u00a0digital infrastructure capacity, positioning the country as a cornerstone of AirTrunk’s\u00a0global growth strategy and one of the company’s most significant long-term investment markets.<\/p>\n
Backed by\u00a0Blackstone\u00a0\u2013\u00a0one of\u00a0the largest foreign investors in India – and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB),\u00a0AirTrunk’s\u00a0proposed investment program would rank among the largest digital infrastructure initiatives currently being considered in the country and help enable the next wave of cloud and artificial intelligence growth.<\/p>\n
The company’s proposed development pipeline\u00a0in India,\u00a0across multiple states and union territories,\u00a0would support India’s ambition to become a global destination for AI and cloud infrastructure investment while generating significant economic activity,\u00a0employment,\u00a0and technology ecosystem growth.<\/p>\n
The announcement follows\u00a0AirTrunk\u00a0Founder and Chief Executive Officer Robin Khuda’s first senior government engagement program in India since the company’s entry into the market through the acquisition of Lumina\u00a0CloudInfra\u00a0in April this year.\u00a0Through this acquisition, AirTrunk\u2019s existing development pipeline\u00a0in India\u00a0includes 600MW across Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad.<\/p>\n
Robin Khuda said<\/b>: “Capital is mobile, and India is creating the conditions for it to thrive. India is taking a top-down approach to AI with clear government-led initiatives, a world-class talent pool and massive availability of renewable energy. We were bullish on India before entering the market through Lumina. Following our discussions with government leaders this week,\u00a0we’re\u00a0looking to double down on that commitment.\u00a0We heard a clear message that India is open for investment and determined to compete for the next generation of AI and cloud infrastructure\u00a0that will transform India\u2019s industries and\u00a0economy for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n
During the visit, Mr Khuda met with\u00a0Federal\u00a0representatives,\u00a0and\u00a0Ministers in Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh\u00a0to discuss how government and industry can work together to accelerate investment in cloud and AI infrastructure.<\/p>\n
The discussions focused on the infrastructure, energy and policy settings required to support AI-driven growth, including access to reliable and cost-effective power, renewable energy, sustainable water supply, talent development, streamlined approvals processes, and greater coordination between state and federal governments on strategic infrastructure projects.<\/p>\n
India well positioned to capture global cloud and AI infrastructure investment<\/b><\/p>\n
India has set out one of the world’s most ambitious digital growth agendas. Through initiatives such as Digital India, the IndiaAI Mission, supported by more than \u20b910,000 crore (approximately US$1.2 billion) in funding, and the \u20b976,000 crore (approximately US$9 billion); and the India Semiconductor Mission, the Government has demonstrated a clear commitment to building the infrastructure, technology capabilities and investment environment needed to support long-term digital growth in AI, cloud computing and digital services.<\/p>\n
Mr Khuda continued: “Prime Minister Modi’s vision for India’s digital economy has\u00a0helped create one of the world’s most compelling destinations for technology investment. India has the scale, talent, and ambition\u00a0required\u00a0to become a global AI powerhouse.\u00a0AirTrunk\u00a0is excited to support that vision through long-term\u00a0and transformative\u00a0investment, infrastructure development, community programs\u00a0and partnership.”<\/p>\n
AirTrunk\u00a0shared insights from markets across Asia Pacific, where clear investment frameworks, competitive incentives, and coordinated\u00a0and\u00a0nationally aligned\u00a0government approaches have been key factors in attracting digital infrastructure investment.<\/p>\n
Creating jobs, strengthening supply chains, and supporting India’s AI ambitions<\/b><\/p>\n
Digital infrastructure is becoming as important to economic growth as roads, ports and power networks were in\u00a0previous\u00a0generations.<\/p>\n
Investment in 5GW of new data centre capacity underpins significant local economic opportunities. Each major project supports tens of thousands of local jobs enabling the development, construction, and operation\u00a0while also attracting the cloud, AI, and technology investment that drives long-term productivity and economic growth.<\/p>\n
This impact extends\u00a0beyond the project boundary through the localisation of supply chain operations and engagement with local businesses.<\/p>\n
As AI adoption accelerates, countries with the right digital infrastructure will be best placed to attract investment,\u00a0innovation\u00a0and high-value jobs. India is uniquely positioned to capture that opportunity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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