At a conference in Bengaluru, CEO Satya Nadella described the initiative as the company’s “single largest expansion” in the country, highlighting India’s strategic importance as a growth market.
With a population exceeding 1.4 billion and widespread access to affordable internet, India has become a focal point for global tech giants. Recent visits from executives of Nvidia and Meta underline the country’s digital significance.
As part of the investment, Microsoft plans to train 10 million Indians in AI by 2030, building on its earlier commitment to provide AI training for 2 million people by 2025. The program will prioritize equipping individuals in smaller cities and rural areas, aiming to foster inclusivity and bridge the digital divide.
During his visit, Nadella met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the country’s growing role in technology, innovation, and AI. This initiative aligns with Microsoft’s global strategy to strengthen its capabilities in AI and cloud computing.
Last week, the company announced plans to invest US$80 billion in fiscal 2025, with more than half allocated to expanding US data centers for AI and cloud applications.
