The Rise Of Data Centers

Digital revolution is sweeping India and with that, real estate has found a viable business to diversify into – Data Centers. Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath inaugurated North India's first Data Center - Yotta D1 in Greater Noida. With an investment of up to 39,000 crore rupees promised on data centers, Noida is poised to take a big lead in comparison to other locations like Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai. But what is a Data Center? Why is it important for India's growth and why major real estate players like Hiranandani Group is expanding in this sector? Leading Data Center player Mr Ravinder Pal Singh, CEO, Gokaddal Technologies & Data Samudra and Mr. Vimal Nadar, Head of Research, Colliers India share their insights.