Google is investing $15 billion in a new data and AI center in India, the largest amount the company has ever promised to the country. The facility in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, aims to be a major hub for digital connectivity by 2030.

The Indian government is promoting self-reliance in technology and encouraging the use of local platforms. Google’s investment, part of the $10 billion India Digitization Fund, will create the company’s largest AI hub outside the US. It will support Google’s cloud services and AI models like Gemini.

Google’s AI hub in India will serve not only the country but also Asia and other regions. The facility will enhance digital connectivity and global data transfer routes. India’s IT minister praised the move as a significant step towards the country’s national AI goals and urged further infrastructure development in the Andaman Islands.

The announcement highlights Google’s commitment to India’s digital ecosystem amidst the government’s push for local tech alternatives. The company’s investment underscores its dedication to supporting India’s digital growth and connectivity.

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