CtrlS Datacenters Expansion into Uttarakhand

CtrlS Datacenters Ltd, the datacenter company in Asia, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Uttarakhand government. The agreement was formalized in the presence of State Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and CtrlS Datacenters Founder & Chairman Sridhar Pinnapureddy. The collaboration aims to establish a greenfield Edge Datacenter in the state, boasting a 10 MW capacity, within the next 8-10 years.

Sridhar Pinnapureddy, Chairman, of CtrlS Datacenters Ltd, said, “The State of Uttarakhand is a fast-growing economic region in India, making it a strategic location for CtrlS Datacenters’ ongoing expansion. We are excited to bring our proven expertise in serving mission-critical businesses over the past 15 years to Uttarakhand. CtrlS’ datacenter will be embedded into a larger digital ecosystem of the state, enabling the growth of data, infrastructure, and technology-driven businesses around our facility. We expect our proposed data center to facilitate an influx of direct and indirect investments to the tune of Rs 2,500 crore and generate around 1,000 jobs.”

Uttrakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami shared his views

Speaking on occasion, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said, “Uttarakhand has been successful in attracting progressive companies to invest in the state, boost the industry ecosystem, and create new jobs. CtrlS Datacentres’ investment and presence in Uttarakhand aligns well with our digital goals and will further boost our efforts as the company is known for its world-class & sustainable data centers.”

Mr. Pinnapureddy further stated, “We are thankful to the Uttarakhand government for extending all the support for our project. Large IT infrastructure initiatives taken by the government will give a big fillip to the State’s digital economy. We are committed to contributing to the region's digital future and its burgeoning economy.”

CtrlS Datacenters plans to establish a Rated-4 datacenter in Uttarakhand, providing colocation, managed services, and cloud services for mission-critical workloads. This Edge facility is designed to support Industry 4.0 initiatives and applications dependent on low latency.

True to CtrlS Datacenters' commitment to sustainability, the facility will incorporate all the renowned sustainability features associated with the company. This strategic expansion aims to cater to the growing demand for robust and eco-friendly data infrastructure in the region, aligning with CtrlS Datacenters' reputation for cutting-edge, environmentally conscious solutions.

CtrlS Datacenter expansion targeting tier 2 and tier 3 cities

Uttarakhand stands out as one of India's rapidly advancing states, propelled by favorable industrial policies. Boasting a high Ease of Doing Business ranking, the state actively fosters employment for educated youth by incentivizing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Information Technology-enabled Services (ITeS) companies to establish operations in a business-friendly environment.

In its commitment to facilitate investments, Uttarakhand has implemented a streamlined single-window system, simplifying processes and encouraging businesses to contribute to the state's economic growth. This strategic approach underscores Uttarakhand's dedication to fostering a conducive atmosphere for sustainable development and employment generation.

CtrlS Datacenters is strategically expanding its network with a series of Edge data centers in India, targeting tier-2 and tier-3 cities. Presently, the company operates similar facilities in Lucknow and Patna, and the ambitious roadmap includes establishing 21 additional Edge data centers in the coming years. This expansion aims to enhance data infrastructure accessibility in diverse regions, aligning with CtrlS Datacenters' commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions across a broader geographical footprint.