On June 10, 2026, Meta Platforms announced a lease agreement for an AI-enabled data center in India, which will be constructed by Reliance Industries, led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani. This facility, located in Jamnagar, is expected to be completed within two years and will enhance Meta's global AI infrastructure while reinforcing its commitment to the Indian economy.
Mark Zuckerberg, Meta's CEO, emphasized the importance of this investment, which follows a previous $5.7 billion investment in Reliance's Jio Platforms in 2020. The partnership has evolved, with a joint venture established last year to provide Meta's AI models to Indian businesses. Ambani characterized this deal as a pivotal development for India's digital infrastructure.
The Indian data center market is rapidly growing, with $400 billion invested in AI-related facilities over the past year, and projections indicate that capacity could reach 7 GW by 2030. The Indian government has also introduced a 20-year tax exemption for hyperscalers, further incentivizing investment in the sector.
Additionally, Meta is collaborating with local clean energy firms to secure nearly 1GW of renewable energy for its operations, aligning with its goal of achieving 100% clean energy across its global operations