AWS to build a new hyper-scale data center in Hyderabad

• Amazon Web Services (AWS) is planning to expand its data center operations in Hyderabad, India, with the support of the local government.

• The expansion includes a new hyper-scale data center, crucial for AI and machine learning services.

• This move is part of AWS’s strategic growth in India, building on its existing significant presence in the region.

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Telangana government assures full support

What’s the story

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is set to significantly expand its data center operations in Hyderabad, Telangana.

The expansion plan includes the construction of a new hyper-scale data center in the city, as announced by the Telangana Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) today.

This decision follows a meeting between senior Amazon executives and a delegation from Telangana, led by IT and Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu.

Meeting aims to strengthen AWS’s presence in Telangana

The meeting between Amazon’s senior leadership and the Telangana delegation aimed to encourage AWS to bolster its data center operations in the state.

Data centers, which are large clusters of networked servers used for remote storage or distribution of vast amounts of data, are expected to see increased investment due to data localization plans.

Several states are offering incentives to attract such investments.

Amazon’s existing operations and future plans in Hyderabad

Amazon already has a significant presence in Telangana, including its largest corporate building globally situated in Hyderabad.

In 2023, the company launched ‘Amazon Air,’ a dedicated air cargo network, in the city.

According to the CMO statement, AWS has identified Hyderabad as a strategic region and currently operates three large data centers there.

“They shared plans for further expanding their business, including new hyper-scale data center in Hyderabad that are critical for AI/ML enabled services,” the CMO added.

Telangana government assures support to Amazon

Minister Sridhar Babu expressed optimism about the discussions with Amazon.

“Our talks with Amazon were extremely positive and successful. We assured the corporation that we will provide them with best incentives and complete support to make their goals in Hyderabad successful,” he said.

Kerry Person, Vice President of AWS Data Center Planning and Delivery, also expressed excitement about expanding AWS’s cloud infrastructure in Hyderabad as part of its strategy in India.

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