Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) and Meta Platforms have announced a partnership to develop an AI-enabled data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat, marking a significant step in India’s growing role in the global artificial intelligence infrastructure ecosystem. Under the agreement, Reliance will develop a 168 MW data centre that is expected to be delivered within two years, with provisions for future expansion.
The facility will be Meta’s first built-to-suit data centre capacity in India and will support the technology company’s global AI computing and digital infrastructure requirements. Meta will lease capacity from the facility as part of its broader infrastructure expansion strategy. The project is also expected to deepen the long-standing partnership between the two companies across connectivity, commerce and AI innovation.
Reliance will provide end-to-end services for the project, including design, construction, utility management, renewable power supply, network connectivity and operational services. The company said the initiative positions it as a single-window solutions provider for hyperscale AI infrastructure in India.
Shri Mukesh D. Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director, Reliance Industries Limited, said, “This partnership with Meta marks a transformative moment for India’s digital infrastructure. Building India’s first built-to-suit data centre for a global technology leader of Meta’s scale demonstrates India’s readiness to be at the forefront of the global AI revolution. At Reliance, we are committed to building world-class digital infrastructure that will power the next generation of AI innovation – not just for India, but for the world. Jamnagar will become a landmark destination for hyperscale AI computing, and we are proud to partner with Meta to make this vision a reality.”
The Jamnagar location offers strategic advantages, including access to renewable energy, water resources, proximity to submarine cable landing stations and connectivity through Jio’s fibre network. The data centre will be powered by renewable energy and cooled using desalinated seawater, aligning with the sustainability goals of both companies. The project is expected to contribute to India’s emergence as a major destination for global AI infrastructure investments.
