1. India’s $300-billion data centre boom needs more than just new jobs

India’s $300-billion data centre boom needs more than just new jobs

India

  • India’s data centre capacity could rise from 1,600 MW to over 6,000 MW by 2030.
  • The sector could attract around $300 billion in investment by 2030, led by global and Indian firms.
  • The Wire argues data centres may create limited long-term jobs without stronger local skills and training.
  • It proposes company-funded Centres of Excellence, polytechnics and ITIs around data centres to train Tier-2 youth.

Source: thewire.in

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