data center development
Andhra Pradesh Allocates 480 Acres for Adani-Google's Massive 1GW AI Data Center Project
Dec 04, 2025 01:30 pm CST
The Andhra Pradesh government has officially allocated 480 acres of land to Adani Infra (India) Pvt Ltd, a notified partner of Google's Raiden Infotech, for developing massive 1GW AI data centers. This landmark project represents a significant investment of over Rs 87,500 crore, with the state offering Rs 22,000 crore in incentives. Originally announced as a $10 billion investment, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu revealed the project has expanded to $15 billion, marking one of the largest tech infrastructure developments in the region.
Google's $15 Billion AI Investment in India: Opportunities, Challenges, and Strategic Implications for Digital Sovereignty
Oct 16, 2025 09:01 pm CST
Google's landmark $15 billion AI hub investment in Visakhapatnam represents a transformative partnership with AdaniConneX and Bharti Airtel that promises to establish India as a global AI powerhouse. This comprehensive analysis examines the infrastructure benefits, economic opportunities, and crucial digital sovereignty considerations that will determine whether India can leverage this investment while maintaining technological autonomy and building indigenous capabilities in the increasingly competitive global AI landscape.