India likely to add more than 200 MW of new data centre capacity in H2 2026, pushing total capacity to 2 GW: CBRE
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Summary
India is expected to add over 200 MW of data centre capacity in H2 2026, taking total operational capacity to 2 GW, driven by AI and cloud demand.
Key Facts
TypeAnalysis
SourceIndia Brand Equity Foundation
PublishedWednesday, 7 October 2026
Affected Population~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
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