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Google AI infrastructure expansion in India

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Google is expanding its AI infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh, India, with a major project in Visakhapatnam. The facility, valued at approximately $15 billion, is intended to be Google’s largest data center outside the United States. The project recently received state environmental clearance for 2.51GW of capacity, a significant increase from the 1GW previously announced. The expansion has encountered local opposition and legal challenges. The Human Rights Forum has filed petitions with India’s National Green Tribunal, and legal proceedings are pending in the Andhra Pradesh High Court. Local residents, farmers, and activists have raised concerns regarding land acquisition processes, the proximity of sites to wildlife sanctuaries, and the potential strain on regional water and electricity resources. In response to environmental concerns, Google has stated it will utilize air cooling systems rather than water to protect local drinking supplies. Alexander Smith, Google’s head of infrastructure and energy for Asia-Pacific, described the project as a “multi-decade commitment” and emphasized that the company conducts independent environmental assessments prior to construction to ensure the local watershed and power grid are supported. He has further stated that the company is committed to being a “good neighbor.” Recent developments highlight that the Visakhapatnam project, involving both Google and the Adani Group, continues to face intense opposition from local residents and farmers. The development spans over 600 acres across three sites. Critics specifically cite the potential loss of ancestral land, increased strain on regional resources, and concerns regarding minimal local job ~~creation.~~ creation and community displacement.

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