Google’s $15 Billion AI Investment in Visakhapatnam
Visakhapatnam, October 14, 2025 – Google is making a major push into India’s AI ecosystem with a $15 billion investment (2026–2030), partnering with Adani Enterprises (through AdaniConneX) and Bharti Airtel to build world-class AI infrastructure in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
The investments will support both data centre operations and AI connectivity infrastructure, helping India become a global leader in AI technologies.
1. Adani + Google: India’s Largest AI Data Centre
- Developed in collaboration with AdaniConneX, a 50:50 joint venture between Adani Enterprises and EdgeConneX.
- Focus: Gigawatt-scale AI data centre operations, powered by renewable energy and backed by transmission lines and energy storage systems.
- Goal: Add massive AI compute capacity for businesses, researchers, and developers, while strengthening the resilience of India’s electricity grid.
Gautam Adani, Chairman of Adani Group:
“This partnership is more than an investment in infrastructure. Visakhapatnam will become a global technology destination, empowering every Indian with 21st-century tools.”
Thomas Kurian, CEO, Google Cloud:
“The AI hub will provide the foundation to unlock India’s AI potential and bring advanced AI resources closer to businesses and communities.”
Impact:
The project will create thousands of jobs, promote sustainability, and position India as a major global AI hub.
Website: www.adaniconnex.com
2. Bharti Airtel + Google: India’s First AI Hub & Subsea Cable Station
- Airtel partners with Google to build India’s first AI hub, supported by a state-of-the-art subsea Cable Landing Station (CLS) and robust fibre networks.
- Focus: Connectivity and digital infrastructure to power AI workloads across India with low latency and high capacity.
- Airtel’s intra-city and inter-city fibre network will integrate with Google’s global infrastructure to enable businesses, researchers, and startups to access AI services efficiently.
Gopal Vittal, MD & Vice Chairman, Bharti Airtel:
“This partnership lays the foundation for India to lead in the AI-driven era, driving innovation, connectivity, and economic growth.”
Thomas Kurian, CEO, Google Cloud:
“Working with Airtel, we aim to deliver next-generation AI services and the essential digital backbone to power inclusive growth across India.”
Impact:
The project enhances India’s global connectivity, accelerates AI adoption across industries, and positions Visakhapatnam as a technology and AI hub.
Website: www.airtel.com
Why This Matters
- Massive AI Infrastructure: India gains its largest AI data centre and first AI hub, supporting enterprise, research, and startup ecosystems.
- Green and Sustainable: Adani’s AI campus is powered by clean energy and modern energy storage systems.
- Connectivity: Airtel’s subsea cables and fibre network improve speed, reliability, and digital inclusion nationwide.
- Economic Impact: Tens of thousands of jobs in technology, construction, and clean energy.
- Global Leadership: Visakhapatnam becomes a focal point for AI development, attracting further innovation and investment.
Conclusion
Google’s dual partnerships with Adani and Airtel mark a historic milestone in India’s AI journey. While AdaniConneX focuses on compute-heavy AI operations and green energy, Airtel strengthens the country’s AI connectivity backbone. Together, these projects position India to lead globally in AI innovation, digital infrastructure, and sustainable technology development.
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