Gujarat has taken a significant step towards establishing itself as a key hub for artificial intelligence (AI) and digital infrastructure. The state signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a 250 MW green AI-ready data centre campus at Dholera Special Investment Region (SIR) during the India AI Impact Summit-2026 in New Delhi. The agreement, inked between the Gujarat Government’s Department of Science and Technology and Larsen and Toubro VYOMA, involves an investment of Rs 25,000 crore and aims for operational readiness by 2028.
The project’s objective is to set up a large-scale, environmentally sustainable data centre that can support cloud computing, advanced analytics, and AI-based services. Officials believe that this data centre’s establishment will boost Gujarat’s standing as a hub for AI infrastructure and digital governance. Aligned with the state’s IT/ITeS Policy (2022–27), the project is crucial for fostering a sustainable digital ecosystem.
The proposed Dholera SIR campus is anticipated to draw substantial investments, drive innovation-led growth, and generate numerous job opportunities in construction, commissioning, and long-term operations. Additionally, the broader ecosystem development linked to the project is expected to create indirect employment and reinforce Gujarat’s role in India’s digital transformation. Under the MoU’s terms, L and T VYOMA will conduct a comprehensive assessment covering land suitability, infrastructure readiness, availability zones, and sustainability parameters.
This initiative follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘MANAV’ vision for artificial intelligence, emphasizing ethical systems, accountable governance, national data sovereignty, inclusive technology, and valid systems. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has showcased Gujarat’s dedication to AI by allocating over Rs 850 crore in this year’s budget for AI and digital governance initiatives. Officials view the MoU with L and T VYOMA as a pivotal move towards constructing top-tier AI-ready digital infrastructure in Gujarat, positioning the state as a leader in India’s AI sector while fostering sustainable and innovation-driven progress.
