Data Centre Specialist AirTrunk To Invest Rs 3 Lakh Crore In India: PM Modi
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Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that hyperscale data centre specialist AirTrunk plans to invest over Rs 3 lakh crore in India by 2030 to bolster the digital economy.
Background
AirTrunk plans to invest over Rs 3 lakh crore (USD 30 billion) in India by 2030. The investment aims to develop 5 GW of data centre capacity to support cloud computing and AI.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAirTrunk investment target: over Rs 3 lakh crore (USD 30 billion) by 2030
- FactTarget capacity: 5 GW of data centre capacity
- PostRobin Khuda: CEO of AirTrunk
- FactInstitutional backers: Blackstone and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the expansion of hyperscale data centre infrastructure is essential for India's ambitions to become a global hub for Artificial Intelligence and cloud computing.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure bottleneck: Requirement for high-density power grids and stable cooling systems for 5 GW capacity
- Data sovereignty: Balancing foreign investment with domestic data protection and localization norms
- Digital divide: Ensuring infrastructure growth translates into inclusive digital access for rural populations
Keywords: Hyperscale infrastructure · Digital economy · Cloud computing · Foreign Direct Investment · Artificial Intelligence
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