India, Feb. 19 -- Speaking at the AI Impact Summit 2026 today, Google CEO, Sundar Pichai announced a USD15 billion investment to develop what he describe as India's first fully integrated artificial intelligence hub, combining large-scale computing infrastructure, subsea connectivity and skills development over the next five years.

The announcement builds on plans first outlined in October 2025, when Google confirmed it would establish a major AI data centre in Visakhapatnam. The project is being developed in partnership with Adani Enterprises, through its joint venture AdaniConneX, and telecom operator Bharti Airtel.

The multi-phase investment, valued at over USD15 billion, is scheduled to be deployed between 2026 and 2030. Airtel and ...