BAM Digital Realty, a joint venture between Brookfield Infrastructure and Digital Realty, has unveiled its plans to construct a new state-of-the-art data center in Mumbai, India. The acquisition of 2.15 acres of land in Chandivali marks the company’s second data center project in the country. With an estimated investment exceeding INR 2000 crore (~$250 million USD), the facility is set to deliver a substantial 35 megawatts (MW) of IT load upon completion, contributing to the company’s total planned capacity in India of 135 megawatts (MW).
The selection of Mumbai as the site for the new data center was driven by its central location and proximity to customers, making it an ideal location for a well-connected facility capable of meeting the increasing demand for critical digital infrastructure in the region. This strategic investment further expands BAM Digital Realty’s presence in India, following its initial entry into the market with the upcoming launch of the MAA10 data center in Chennai.
India’s data center market has experienced rapid growth, driven by initiatives like the National eGovernance Plan and the Digital India initiative, aimed at boosting the country’s digital capabilities. According to a report by ASSOCHAM and EY, the Indian data center market was valued at US$ 4.4 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach US$ 8.0 billion by 2026.
The demand for data storage in India is fueled by the growth of technologies such as Big Data and the Internet of Things (IoT). Currently, India has over 132 data centers across the nation, with Mumbai housing 45% of them. Chennai is emerging as another significant hub for data centers in India due to its dense wet cable ecosystem, offering the best global latencies. Mumbai’s reliable power sources and landing stations for cable networks also contribute to its advantage as a preferred location for data center establishments.
BAM Digital Realty, benefiting from the expertise of Digital Realty in operating world-class data center platforms and Brookfield’s extensive renewable energy footprint, is well-positioned to deliver sustainable digital infrastructure solutions to meet the increasing customer demand in India.
With the expansion of BAM Digital Realty’s presence in India, the company aims to contribute to the country’s digital growth and support its position as the largest and fastest-growing market for digital consumers. By providing cutting-edge data center facilities and infrastructure, BAM Digital Realty is set to meet the evolving needs of businesses and drive further digital innovation in India.
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