# Microsoft's biggest data centre in India is on track to open by mid-2026.

*business · news · 2026-05-19 · Republic World*

## Key points

- Microsoft's Hyderabad data centre will be its largest in India, opening by mid-2026.
- Microsoft's $17.5 billion investment is its biggest outlay in Asia to date.
- Infosys, Cognizant, and TCS have each purchased about 50,000 Copilot licenses from Microsoft.
- Microsoft India contributes directly to the global rollout of the company's AI features.
- There's a significant talent shortage for AI roles in India, causing hiring challenges.

**Companies:** Microsoft, Infosys, Cognizant, Tata Consultancy Services
**Countries:** India, United States

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