India's HCLTech to invest $1.48 billion in AI data center, open 5,000-seat tech hub

HCLTech and Sarvam AI will invest ₹14,257 crore to construct a dedicated AI data center at the Sovereign AI Park in Odisha. This project marks a significant expansion of regional AI infrastructure in India, aiming to foster the development of sovereign artificial intelligence solutions. By establishing this facility, the partners intend to bolster local technological capabilities and support the country's growing demand for high-compute resources tailored for internal AI development.