The data center policy of Uttar Pradesh has made the state a rapidly emerging digital hub. Under the policy implemented in 2021, investment worth Rs 21,343 crore has been approved so far. Through the revised policy, a target of 8 data center parks and 900 MW capacity has been set.
Lucknow. The data center policy of the Uttar Pradesh government has established the state as a rapidly emerging digital hub of the country. As a result of the visionary policies adopted under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the state is today setting a new example in digital infrastructure along with winning the trust of investors.
Data center policy came into effect in January 2021
The state government had notified the data center policy in January 2021. The objective of this policy was to develop modern private data center parks in Uttar Pradesh and provide a strong base to the data center industry. In the initial phase, a target was set to develop 3 data center parks and 250 MW capacity.
All targets achieved in first year itself
As a result of effective policy and swift implementation of the government, the set targets were achieved in the very first year. This achievement reflects the administrative efficiency and investment-friendly environment of Uttar Pradesh.
Investment and capacity targets increased in revised policy
After achieving the targets ahead of schedule, the government amended the policy making it more practical and investment-friendly. Under the revised policy, a target has now been set to establish 8 data center parks instead of 3. Besides, a clear roadmap has been prepared to develop 900 MW capacity with an investment of Rs 30,000 crore.
Investment worth Rs 21,343 crore has been approved so far
So far investment worth Rs 21,343 crore has been approved in the state. Under these projects, 6 data center parks and 2 data center units of less than 40 MW capacity have been approved. Out of these, 7 projects have been fully operationalized, which has given new strength to the digital capabilities of the state.
Increasing investor confidence, result of strong law and order
Yogi government’s clear policy, transparent governance and strong law and order have made Uttar Pradesh a safe and reliable state for investment. The growing investor confidence in capital and technology intensive sectors like data centers is evidence that government policies are being effectively implemented on the ground.
Global recognition from Global Investors Summit
The Global Investors Summit held in Lucknow in February 2023 highlighted the investment potential of Uttar Pradesh on the global stage. During this summit, 29 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) were signed for investment projects worth Rs 1,36,124 crore.
UP leading state in the vision of Digital India
Overall, the Data Center Policy has laid a strong foundation to establish Uttar Pradesh as a leading state in the vision of Digital India. This policy is rapidly taking the state forward towards the new economy and digital future.