Political Fallout as Google Chooses Andhra Pradesh Over Tamil Nadu for $15 Billion AI Investment

Oct 21, 2025 05:23 pm CST

Andhra Pradesh's securing of Google's $15 billion AI hub investment has sparked political controversy in Tamil Nadu, with opposition AIADMK criticizing Chief Minister MK Stalin's government for failing to attract the project despite Google CEO Sundar Pichai's Tamil roots. The dispute highlights regional competition for tech investments ahead of upcoming elections, while the DMK government defends its record pointing to larger investments from Foxconn and previous engagement efforts with major tech companies.