Anant Raj to Invest Rs 25,000 Crore in Haryana's Data Centre and Cloud Infrastructure
Anant Raj Limited (ARL) has announced a significant expansion in its digital infrastructure business by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Haryana Enterprises Promotion Centre (HEPC), Government of Haryana. The MoU, signed on June 1, 2026, outlines a proposed investment of approximately Rs 25,000 crore to develop data centre and cloud services infrastructure in the state.
The agreement was formalized during the launch of the 'Make in Haryana Policy & Other Sectoral Policies' in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. This collaboration aims to facilitate the proposed investment and streamline the process of setting up digital infrastructure projects in Haryana.
Under the terms of the MoU, Anant Raj will expand its operations across Haryana, focusing on the development of data centre facilities and cloud service operations. The project will involve collaboration with various state government departments, including the Department of Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Haryana State Electronics Development Corporation, Citizen Resource Information Department, and the Department of Industries and Commerce.
The Haryana government, through HEPC, will provide facilitation support and assistance to ensure ease of doing business and smooth implementation of the proposed projects. This includes streamlining regulatory processes and offering support in land acquisition and other logistical aspects.
The Rs 25,000 crore investment marks a significant milestone in Anant Raj's strategy to strengthen its presence in the rapidly growing data centre and cloud services sector. The company has been actively diversifying its portfolio to include digital infrastructure alongside its core real estate business. Anant Raj currently operates data centres in Manesar, Panchkula, and Rai, and recently launched its cloud platform, Ashok Cloud, in collaboration with Orange Business.
Anant Raj Limited is a Delhi-NCR-based real estate developer with over five decades of experience in residential, commercial, hospitality, and infrastructure projects. The company's foray into digital infrastructure is a strategic move to capitalize on the growing demand for data centres and cloud services in India.
The proposed investment in Haryana is expected to further solidify Anant Raj's position in the digital infrastructure market. The company has clarified that the MoU is a facilitation arrangement and does not confer any special rights such as board representation, preferential share subscription rights, or restrictions on capital structure changes. Additionally, the transaction does not qualify as a related-party transaction.
In summary, the MoU between Anant Raj and the Haryana government is a significant step towards enhancing the state's digital infrastructure landscape. It aligns with the company's long-term vision of diversification and growth in the digital services sector, positioning Anant Raj as a key player in India's evolving digital ecosystem.
