Google Invests $15 Billion in Andhra Pradesh AI Hub: JDS Criticizes Congress for Bengaluru's Loss

Oct 15, 2025 03:03 pm CST

Google's decision to build a $15 billion AI hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh has sparked political controversy in Karnataka, with JDS accusing the Congress government of failing to maintain Bengaluru's business-friendly environment. The investment, announced by Google CEO Sundar Pichai to PM Modi, could have generated 30,000 jobs and Rs 10,000 crore annual revenue for Karnataka, according to JDS leaders who blame infrastructure neglect for the missed opportunity.