Google and Adani AI Data Center Project in Visakhapatnam

under construction

Google is developing a major 1-gigawatt AI data center facility in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, as part of a $15 billion project in partnership with the Adani Group. The project is backed by the Andhra Pradesh government and aims to more than double India's existing data center capacity. The project includes subsidies on land, electricity, and water, and tax changes by the central government to support data storage companies in India. The project is expected to create jobs during construction and after completion, although experts warn the actual long-term employment may be limited due to automation. Environmental concerns have been raised regarding water and electricity consumption, as well as the project's proximity to wildlife sanctuaries and drinking water reservoirs.