India’s data centre capacity has crossed 1.5 gigawatts (GW) for the first time during the first nine months of 2025, according to CBRE South Asia. The country added 260 megawatts of new supply between January and September, driven by rapid digitalisation and strong AI investments.
Mumbai leads India’s data centre market with a 53% share, equivalent to around 1,530 MW, thanks to its proximity to global internet hubs and submarine cable routes. Chennai, Delhi-NCR, and Bengaluru follow with 20%, 10%, and 7% shares respectively, accounting for nearly 90% of total capacity.
Anshuman Magazine, Chairman & CEO of CBRE for India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, said the growth reflects India’s digital transformation. He noted that rising cloud adoption, Internet of Things (IoT), and AI integration are boosting infrastructure demand across the country.
Supported by government policies and cost advantages, India has emerged as a global data hub. The report highlighted $94 billion in data centre investment commitments since 2019, with Telangana, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu leading. During January–September 2025 alone, the sector attracted $30 billion in new investments.
