Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a $3 billion investment aimed at enhancing the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) and Azure cloud computing infrastructure in India. This move underscores the growing significance of India as a key market for U.S. tech companies, supported by its large population and expanding internet access. The investment will play a pivotal role in driving India’s digital transformation and technological growth.
In a meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Nadella discussed Microsoft’s plans to expand its presence in India, focusing on AI and innovation. The conversation highlighted the company’s commitment to strengthening its technological footprint in the country, which is also seeing increased visits from other tech leaders like Nvidia’s Jensen Huang and Meta’s Yann LeCun.
This investment is part of a broader strategy by Microsoft to bolster its AI infrastructure globally. The company recently announced an $80 billion investment plan for fiscal 2025, with more than half directed toward developing data centers in the United States. This global initiative aims to support the growing demand for AI technologies and cloud-based services.