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AWS Commits $8.3 Billion to Transform Maharashtra’s Cloud Infrastructure by 2030

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Amazon Web Services (AWS) is making a bold move to shape India’s digital future. With an investment of $8.3 billion in cloud infrastructure for the AWS Asia-Pacific (Mumbai) Region, the tech giant is setting the stage for a significant leap in Maharashtra’s technological landscape. This is part of AWS’s larger $12.7 billion investment plan across India by 2030, aimed at meeting the surging demand for cloud services and artificial intelligence (AI).

A Landmark Agreement in Davos
The investment plan was formalised on January 22, 2025, through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between the Government of Maharashtra and AWS at the World Economic Forum in Davos. Shri Devendra Fadnavis, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra, hailed this as a pivotal step in the state’s journey to becoming a global data center hub.

“AWS’s decision to expand in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region is a defining moment for Maharashtra. This collaboration will not only strengthen our digital infrastructure but also unlock avenues for innovation, economic growth, and job creation,” Fadnavis said.

Economic Impact and Job Creation
AWS’s commitment comes with a promise to significantly boost India’s economy. The $8.3 billion investment is projected to contribute $15.3 billion to India’s GDP by 2030, supporting 81,300 full-time jobs annually in industries linked to the data center supply chain. This includes sectors like telecommunications, construction, electricity generation, and facilities maintenance.

AWS has already invested $3.7 billion in Maharashtra between 2016 and 2022, laying a strong foundation for its continued growth in the region.

Driving India’s Digital Revolution
David Zapolsky, Senior Vice President of Global Public Policy and General Counsel at Amazon, emphasized the transformative potential of this investment. “India’s digital economy holds immense promise. Our $8.3 billion commitment to Maharashtra will help democratize access to cutting-edge technology for businesses of all sizes,” he said, underscoring AWS’s collaboration with the state government to advance India’s digital growth.

AWS’s infrastructure expansion is aligned with India’s push for digitisation. Its existing Mumbai and Hyderabad Regions, launched in 2016 and 2022 respectively, have already enabled Indian businesses to run workloads with low latency and high reliability, securely storing data within the country.

Empowering Businesses Across Sectors
From startups like Healthify to major enterprises such as Axis Bank and HDFC Securities, thousands of Indian organizations rely on AWS to drive innovation and achieve cost efficiencies. Public sector entities, including the Government e-Marketplace and Maharashtra’s electricity board (MSEDCL), also leverage AWS’s cloud solutions to modernize operations.

Additionally, the AWS Partner Network (APN) includes strategic collaborators like TCS, Deloitte, and Minfy Technologies, fostering innovation and scalability for local businesses.

A Commitment to Social Impact and Sustainability
AWS’s initiatives extend beyond economic impact to address societal challenges. In Maharashtra, Amazon’s community engagement programs have:

Enhanced STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education for over 12,000 students across 53 schools.
Empowered 500+ women through entrepreneurship training.
Provided IT skills training for 200 youth, with a pilot program for data center operations underway.
Delivered nutritional supplements to 2,000 students and educated 8,000 more on health and hygiene.
Sustainability remains a cornerstone of AWS’s mission. In 2023, Amazon achieved its goal of matching 100% of its electricity consumption with renewable energy, seven years ahead of schedule. This aligns with its broader vision to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040, supported by 50 renewable energy projects in India.

Catalyzing India’s Digital Future
AWS’s investment not only accelerates India’s digital transformation but also empowers its workforce, drives sustainability, and fosters innovation across sectors. As India rapidly digitizes, initiatives like these will be instrumental in unlocking the country’s economic and technological potential.

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