AWS to Expand AI Cloud Infrastructure in Hyderabad with New Hyper-Scale Data Center
August 12, 2024Amazon Web Services (AWS) is set to significantly expand its cloud infrastructure in Hyderabad, focusing on enhancing its artificial intelligence offerings.
Kerry Person emphasized the new AWS Region's role in supporting cloud services growth in India, aligning with the country's digital economy ambitions.
Hyderabad has been designated as a strategic region by AWS, currently hosting three operational large data centers and planning further expansion.
Plans include the establishment of a new hyper-scale data center aimed at supporting AI and machine learning services.
A senior leadership team from Amazon, led by Kerry Person, met with Telangana officials to discuss this expansion, showcasing the collaborative effort between the two parties.
Minister D. Sridhar Babu expressed optimism about the discussions, assuring Amazon of the best incentives and full support for their expansion plans in Hyderabad.
Minister Babu successfully convinced AWS leadership of the importance of reinforcing its data center operations in Telangana, leading to Amazon's interest in significant investments.
The company is keen on making substantial investments in its data center facilities and workforce in the region.
Amazon already has a strong presence in Telangana, including the largest corporate building in Hyderabad and the launch of its air cargo network, 'Amazon Air', in 2023.
With a market capitalization exceeding $1.89 trillion and over 1.5 million employees globally, Amazon continues to expand its footprint in key regions like Telangana.
On August 4, a Telangana delegation, including the Chief Minister, traveled to New York to engage with business leaders in the US and South Korea regarding investment opportunities.
The Telangana government is actively promoting data localization plans, which are expected to attract further investments in data centers.
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Sources
The Hindu • Aug 11, 2024
Amazon Web Services to expand data centre operations in Telangana; to augment AI offeringsThe Hans India • Aug 11, 2024
Amazon Web Services to expand data centre operations in Hyderabad