October 30, 2026 11:32 AM

Explained: How India is building its cloud computing ecosystem

India’s growing use of digital payments, online public services and artificial intelligence is increasing demand for infrastructure that can store data, process information and keep applications running reliably. Cloud computing is becoming a central part of this infrastructure, supporting everything from government portals to business platforms. Through initiatives such as MeghRaj, expanding data centre capacity and shared AI computing facilities, India is strengthening the digital foundatio...

September 14, 2026 10:32 PM

India’s Data Centre Capacity Surges to 1.57 GW, Set to Reach 8 GW by 2030

India’s rapidly expanding digital economy is driving a sharp rise in demand for data centres, with the country’s installed data-centre power capacity increasing from around 375 MW in 2020 to 1.57 GW as of August 2026. The capacity is projected to rise further to nearly 8 GW by 2030, reflecting the growing need for computing power, data storage and high-speed connectivity as digital services, cloud computing and Artificial Intelligence expand across sectors. The government has been strength...

December 9, 2024 9:23 PM

India’s digital transformation: strengthening infrastructure and governance

India has emerged as a global leader in digital adoption, with significant advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and digital governance. These developments have strengthened the country’s digital economy, enhancing the accessibility, scalability, and security of services for both government operations and private sector growth. Expanding digital infrastructure A critical pillar of India’s digital transformation is its expanding data centre ec...