Cognizant announces major investment in Andhra Pradesh
Cognizant is putting ₹1,583 crore into a new tech campus at Kapuluppada IT Hills in Visakhapatnam.
The project just got the green light from the Andhra Pradesh cabinet and aims to create over 8,000 jobs by early 2029.
The first phase kicks off by early 2026 in a temporary space for up to 800 people until the main campus is ready.
AP's push to become global IT hotspot
This move is part of Andhra Pradesh's push to become a global IT hotspot.
IT Minister Nara Lokesh says it's not just about jobs—it'll also boost digital skills across the state.
Cognizant's CEO S Ravi Kumar highlighted how Visakhapatnam's talent and infrastructure make it perfect for growing their AI and digital teams.
With more than 70% of Cognizant's workforce already in India, this expansion shows just how important the country is to their future plans.