Microsoft is investing a massive $17.5 billion in India over four years (2026-2029), its largest-ever Asia investment, to build AI & cloud infrastructure, enhance digital skills (aiming to train millions), and support India's journey to becoming an AI-first nation, announced by Satya Nadella after meeting PM Modi. This huge commitment focuses on scaling cloud, skilling the workforce (like training 1 crore people in AI by 2030), and fostering sovereign AI capabilities.
Key Details of the Investment:
- Amount & Timeline: $17.5 billion (USD) over four years (2026-2029).
- Focus Areas:
- Infrastructure: Building robust cloud and AI data centers.
- Skills: Training millions in AI, with a goal of reaching 10 million people by 2030.
- Sovereignty: Empowering India with its own AI capabilities.
