Google May Invest In AI Infrastructure, Drone Manufacturing In India
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced Google is exploring investments in India’s AI infrastructure, including server and drone manufacturing, following the launch of a $15 billion AI hub in Visakhapatnam. The project, part of Google’s America-India Connect initiative, aims to boost India’s digital backbone and clean energy supply for AI operations by 2030.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed on X (formerly Twitter) that Google is evaluating new investments in India, focusing on AI infrastructure and the manufacturing of servers and drones. The announcement follows Google’s $15 billion AI hub project in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, which includes three data center campuses and was inaugurated by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. The AI hub, announced in October 2025, will support India’s first gigawatt-scale AI infrastructure, enhancing high-performance, low-latency services for businesses and research. It also integrates the America-India Connect initiative—a subsea cable project to expand India’s digital connectivity—and a clean energy strategy to align with the country’s goal of 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. Google CEO Sundar Pichai previously highlighted the project at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, emphasizing investments in AI research and workforce training. The initiative aims to position India as a global leader in AI-driven innovation while strengthening its digital and energy infrastructure. The $15 billion hub will accelerate AI development, foster local manufacturing, and support India’s broader digital transformation. Vaishnaw’s statement suggests further expansion into drone production, aligning with India’s push for self-reliance in technology.
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