Google to build $15B AI hub in India, add undersea cables

Published: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 1:43 pm

Google to Invest $15 Billion in India for AI Hub and Subsea Cables

Google is set to make its largest investment in India to date, committing $15 billion to establish an artificial intelligence (AI) hub. The announcement, made by Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian, will see the creation of the company's largest AI hub globally outside of the United States.

The hub will be a 1-gigawatt facility. The investment will be channeled through Google's Indian subsidiary, Raiden Infotech, which will also oversee the development of three campuses.

The project is expected to generate at least $15 billion in American gross domestic product over five years due to increased cloud and AI adoption. The investment will also include the construction of a new international subsea gateway, featuring multiple international subsea cables. This infrastructure aims to bolster India's digital capabilities by providing route diversity and securing the nation's digital backbone.

The investment is seen as a significant step in India's digital transformation, with government officials expressing enthusiasm for the project's potential to foster innovation and support businesses and startups.

BNN's Perspective:

This substantial investment by Google underscores the growing importance of India in the global tech landscape. While the project promises economic benefits and technological advancements, it's crucial to ensure responsible AI development and deployment. The collaboration between Google and the Indian government should prioritize ethical considerations and data privacy to maximize the positive impact of this initiative.

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