Bharti Explores Karnataka Data Centre Investment as Sify Prepares New Facility Launch

Karnataka is fast emerging as a preferred destination for global and domestic technology investments. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Industries Minister M.B. Patil announced Bharti Enterprises’ intent to set up a new data centre in the state. Simultaneously, Sify Technologies is preparing to inaugurate its latest facility, strengthening the region’s digital backbone.

Key Highlights

Bharti Enterprises’ Plans:

• Vice Chairman Rajan Bharti Mittal confirmed interest in Karnataka, citing cumulative investments of ₹13,000 crore already made in the state.
• Discussions focused on land availability, water requirements, and supporting infrastructure for the proposed centre.

Sify Technologies’ Expansion:

• Sify is set to inaugurate a new data centre facility in Karnataka shortly, adding to its existing investments in Bengaluru.
• The company aims to leverage Karnataka’s talent pool and investor-friendly ecosystem.

Government Push:

• The state delegation, led by Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar and Minister Patil, held high-level meetings with global corporations and tech firms at Davos.
• Plans include exploring Tier-2 city opportunities to ensure balanced regional growth.

Sources: The Economic Times, The Hindu BusinessLine, Deccan Herald