GENERAL21 Sept 2026
India's data centre buildout set for a major 5-6-year push: Puneet Chandok
India plans to build more than 70% of its data centre capacity within the next five to six years. This push comes from growing AI (artificial intelligence) workloads, data localisation rules, and rising demand from enterprises. For business owners, it signals more domestic cloud and hosting options ahead. Watch for the services and costs you may gain as this capacity comes up.
Key Statutory Highlights
- India is set to build over 70% of its data centre capacity in the next five to six years.
- The growth is driven by artificial intelligence workloads, data localisation rules and rising enterprise demand.
- The outlook comes from Puneet Chandok, President, Microsoft India & South Asia.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your business uses cloud or hosting services, review your current vendor costs and contract terms, and stay open to new domestic options as this capacity starts coming up.
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