Airtel, Google to build AI hub in Visakhapatnam

Bharti Airtel has partnered with Google to build an AI hub in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, the company announced in a press release on Tuesday.

The AI hub will be developed in collaboration with AdaniConneX, a hyperscale data services provider. The project involves a total investment of around $15 billion over five years, 2026 to 2030.

Airtel and Google will set up a data centre in Visakhapatnam along with a "state-of-the-art cable landing station (CLS)." The CLS will host Google’s new international subsea cables, expanding its global digital infrastructure.


Airtel also plans to build a strong fibre network both within the city and across other Indian cities to support this initiative.

According to Airtel, “This high-capacity, low-latency network will deliver faster experiences to Google users and customers; increase the resilience and capacity of India's digital backbone; as well as drive digital inclusivity and transformation.”

Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, said, “Meeting the demands of India’s AI Mission requires cutting-edge infrastructure, computational power, and ubiquitous connectivity. Working with Airtel, we will deliver next-generation AI services and create the essential digital backbone required to power inclusive growth across India.”