In a landmark move that has captured the attention of tech observers nationwide, Digital Connexion has unveiled a proposed US $11 billion investment to build an expansive AI-focused data center campus near Visakhapatnam. This bold initiative marks one of the largest private commitments to Andhra Pradesh’s digital infrastructure, spotlighting the state’s rising profile in India’s technology landscape.
Under a recently inked Memorandum of Understanding with the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board, the company plans to develop purpose-built, AI-native facilities capable of delivering an impressive 1 gigawatt of capacity across 400 acres. These centers are designed from the ground up to support high-density compute workloads, leveraging cutting-edge cooling and power management solutions.
Beyond the sheer scale of servers and power plants, the project is expected to generate thousands of direct and indirect jobs, from data center engineers to support staff. Local suppliers and service providers will have new opportunities to participate in a rapidly growing digital ecosystem, paving the way for skills development and economic diversification in the region.
From my perspective, this announcement underscores the growing importance of specialized AI infrastructure in meeting demands for machine learning and real-time analytics. While India’s data center industry has expanded rapidly, few projects combine such scale with AI-native design principles. Success will depend on seamless coordination around power availability, renewable energy integration and talent cultivation to fully exploit the campus’s potential.
In closing, Digital Connexion’s commitment could redefine Andhra Pradesh’s role in the global data economy, offering a blueprint for future tech-driven growth corridors. If executed effectively, this venture may accelerate innovation, drive regional prosperity and reinforce the company’s position as a key architect of next-generation digital infrastructure.
