Andhra Pradesh greenlights ₹31,400cr AI data center in Visakhapatnam
What's the story
The Andhra Pradesh government has approved the establishment of a 512MW green integrated artificial intelligence (AI) data center in Visakhapatnam district. The project, which is being developed by AM AI Factory Pvt Ltd, will require an investment of over ₹31,387 crore. The facility will be located at Amanam village in Bheemunipatnam mandal and is expected to create employment opportunities for up to 1,000 people.
Project details
Project completion timeline
IT Secretary Bhaskar Katamneni announced the government's approval in a recent Government Order.
He said, "The government, after careful examination... hereby accords approval to AM AI Factory (Vizag) Pvt Ltd for the establishment of a 512-MW Green Integrated AI Data Centre Facility... within a period of two years and four months."
This timeline indicates that construction could be completed by December 2028.
Government incentives
Government incentives for the project
The Andhra Pradesh government will offer power infrastructure support and water supply as part of its non-fiscal incentives for the project.
Fiscal incentives include exemptions from stamp duty and electricity duty.
These measures are intended to facilitate the establishment of this AI data center in Visakhapatnam, further strengthening the region's position as a hub for technological innovation.