Techno Digital Launches AI-Ready 36 MW Chennai Data Centre
Techno Digital, the digital infrastructure arm of Techno Electric & Engineering Company Limited (TEECL), has inaugurated a 36MW hyperscale data centre at SIPCOT IT Park, Siruseri, Chennai.
The launch represents a US$175m investment and is part of the company’s wider US$1bn national strategy to deliver scalable, AI-ready and sustainable infrastructure across India.
Spanning 200,000 sq. ft., the facility has capacity for about 2,400 high-density racks and is designed to support flexible power densities from 10kW to 50kW per rack and beyond.
Located in Chennai’s IT corridor, the site is positioned close to multiple cable landing stations and domestic network hubs, giving customers strong connectivity options and resilience against climate risks.
Advanced infrastructure for AI workloads
The new Chennai data centre has been designed to meet the demands of high-performance computing and AI. It includes an on-site 110kV GIS substation with dual power feeds from independent substations, connected through underground cabling for reliability.
Critical IT loads within the server halls are supported by state-of-the-art UPS systems, tested and certified with NVIDIA’s latest GB200 series. Cooling infrastructure combines centrifugal water-cooled chillers with adiabatic cooling towers, reducing water consumption by 75% while delivering strong efficiency metrics for operational PUE.
“Our Chennai AI-ready hyperscale data centre is a significant milestone in our commitment to accelerating the Digital India vision and advancing India’s self-reliance initiative,” says Ankit Saraiya, Director & CEO of Techno Digital.
“Chennai stands out as a top destination for hyperscale data centres, due to its robust infrastructure, progressive business policies, and vibrant talent pool. This, coupled with our strong credentials in power infrastructure, strategically positions us as a partner of choice for enterprises looking to modernise, scale, embrace sustainability and future-proof their digital operations.”
Driving India’s digital economy
The launch comes as India’s digital economy continues to expand rapidly, fuelled by data consumption, cloud adoption, AI and the rollout of 5G. Data centres are central to this transformation, delivering secure and scalable solutions while balancing sustainability requirements.
“We are thrilled to announce the launch of our AI-ready hyperscale data centre in Chennai, a facility that exemplifies progressive technology, precision engineering and purposeful innovation, built at the intersection of tradition and technology,” says Amit Agrawal, President of Techno Digital.
“Today’s digital-native enterprises demand hyper-availability, seamless scalability, robust security and operational resilience – all while advancing their sustainability goals. We are confident that the strategically located facility on India’s southern coast in Chennai, further augmented by our network of interconnected Edge data centres, is well poised to shape the country’s digital infrastructure with sustainable, AI-driven and cloud-optimised offerings.”
A focus on sustainability
Sustainability is embedded in the Chennai site’s design. The facility allocates 25% of the total site area to green spaces, making it the first in the region to do so.
Its cooling towers and energy-efficient exterior help reduce water usage and minimise heat gain, while advanced water treatment and recycling systems ensure responsible management of resources.
The data centre has been built to a Rated 3+ reliability standard and is confirmed for USGBC Gold certification in recognition of its environmental performance.
“With this strategic expansion, Techno Electric reaffirms its commitment to building a high-quality, benchmark digital infrastructure platform,” says Padam Prakash Gupta, Managing Director of TEECL. “The Chennai data centre facility is a testament to the group’s EPC leadership and financial discipline, ensuring superior returns and long-term value creation for all stakeholders.”
Strengthening Chennai’s role in India’s digital hub
The opening of this new facility consolidates Chennai’s position as one of India’s leading destinations for hyperscale development.
The city’s robust infrastructure, skilled workforce and proximity to subsea cable routes continue to make it a magnet for large-scale investment.
As part of its US$1bn national roadmap, Techno Digital plans further expansions in other key hubs across India, with the Chennai project acting as a blueprint for AI-ready, sustainable and resilient data centre infrastructure.