Microsoft is investing a whopping $3 billion in India over the next two years to boost its cloud and AI infrastructure. This move aims to support India's growing AI startups and research community, and establish the country as an "AI-first nation".
The investment will be used to expand Microsoft's Azure cloud business in India, set up new data centers, and train 10 million locals in AI skills by 2030. The company already has three data-center clusters in India, with a fourth in the works, and has partnered with telecommunications company Jio to build capacity.
Microsoft's commitment to India's AI growth is part of its larger goal to make AI available broadly and responsibly. The company plans to invest $80 billion in AI data centers globally in its current fiscal year, with a focus on developing sustainable and efficient infrastructure.
Microsoft's investment will also focus on developing sustainable and efficient data centers, with a goal of being carbon-negative by 2030. The company's AI innovation network will also collaborate with Indian startups to accelerate AI innovation and develop new business solutions.
