Mumbai, March 17 (NationPress) - NTT DATA, a global leader in digital business and technology services, announced on Monday substantial investments in AI and infrastructure aimed at enhancing India's digital transformation.

Among these initiatives is the launch of the MIST (Malaysia, India, Singapore Transit) submarine cable system, which is set to be operational by June this year.

MIST spans 8,100 km and supports data transmission rates exceeding 200 terabits per second (Tbps). This cable is among the largest in Asia, connecting Malaysia, India, Singapore, and Thailand.

Furthermore, NTT DATA has inaugurated its largest data centre campus in India, designed to accommodate over 500 MW of power when fully operational.

The company is committed to utilizing renewable energy, with nearly two-thirds of its data centres in India already powered by renewable sources, and aims for 100 percent renewable energy use across all its operations by 2030.

Additionally, NTT DATA is expanding its Innovation Centre in Bengaluru, focusing on projects related to AI, digital twin technology, and quantum computing.

With 11 innovation centres in 11 countries, the company plans to enhance the recruitment of specialized talent to drive AI-led technology solutions, particularly utilizing agentic AI.

“India plays a crucial role in our global strategy, driven by its rapid economic and digital growth. NTT DATA has significantly contributed to India's IT infrastructure, especially in data centre capacity. Currently, India ranks among our top 10 revenue-generating markets,” stated Akira Shimada, President and CEO of NTT.

“We are committing 8 trillion Yen (approximately US$59 billion) globally over the next five years, from FY2023 to FY2027, focusing on growth sectors such as data centres and AI,” he added.

NTT DATA has been investing in India for over a decade.

As the world's third-largest data centre provider and the largest in India, NTT DATA is expanding its global capacity from over 1,500 MW to more than 2,000 MW. With significant growth in India, the company aims to add an additional 400 MW in the coming years.

NTT DATA stands out as the only data centre service provider with over 200 MW of AI load already operational worldwide. While others are aiming to be AI-ready, NTT DATA is already AI-experienced.

“Our $3 billion investment in India's digital infrastructure over the last decade underscores our trust in the region's exceptional talent and robust tech ecosystem. We are dedicated to further expanding our presence and strategic investments in the country, aiming to elevate India to one of our top five markets within the next three years,” remarked Abhijit Dubey, CEO of NTT DATA.