NTT DATA, a leading global digital business and technology services company, has announced multi-billion dollar investments in AI and digital infrastructure to accelerate India’s digital transformation. These investments include a new submarine cable system, a massive data center expansion, and upgrades to its innovation facilities in the country.
MIST Submarine Cable to Enhance Connectivity
One of the key projects announced by NTT DATA is the Malaysia, India, Singapore Transit (MIST) submarine cable system, which is expected to be operational by June this year.
The MIST cable spans 8,100 km and has a capacity of over 200 terabits per second (Tbps), making it one of the largest in Asia. It will connect Malaysia, India, Singapore, and Thailand, strengthening digital infrastructure and improving global data connectivity.
Largest Data Center Campus in India
NTT DATA has also launched its biggest data center campus in India, with a capacity of over 500 MW when fully operational. As the largest data center provider in India and the third-largest globally, NTT DATA is scaling its infrastructure to meet the rising demand for cloud and AI services.
Currently, nearly two-thirds of NTT DATA’s data centers in India run on renewable energy, and the company has committed to achieving 100% renewable energy usage by 2030 across all its operations.
Expansion of Innovation Center in Bengaluru
As part of its AI and technology expansion, NTT DATA is upgrading and expanding its Innovation Center in Bengaluru. This facility will focus on advanced technologies, including AI, digital twin, and quantum computing.
NTT DATA operates 11 global innovation centers across 11 countries, and this expansion will help recruit specialized talent to work on AI-driven solutions, particularly in agentic AI—a next-generation AI technology.
NTT DATA’s Commitment to India’s Growth
NTT DATA sees India as a key market for its global strategy. The company has been investing in India for over a decade and considers the country one of its top 10 revenue-generating markets.
“We are investing 8 trillion Yen (US$59 billion) globally over five years (FY2023 to FY2027) in growth areas, including data centers and AI,” said Akira Shimada, President and CEO of NTT.
With this investment, NTT DATA plans to increase its global data center capacity from 1,500 MW to over 2,000 MW, adding 400 MW more in India alone. The company is also the only data center provider with over 200 MW of AI load deployed worldwide, positioning itself as a leader in AI infrastructure.
$3 Billion Invested in India’s Digital Future
NTT DATA has already invested $3 billion in India’s digital infrastructure over the last decade and is committed to further expansion.
“Our investments reflect our confidence in India’s exceptional talent and strong technology ecosystem. We aim to make India one of our top five markets within the next three years,” said Abhijit Dubey, CEO, NTT DATA.
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