Maharashtra Govt and Lodha Developers Team Up for Green Integrated Data Centre Park
Mumbai: The government of Maharashtra has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Lodha Developers to set up a data centre park in Palava, near Mumbai. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance the state's position in the global data centre industry while promoting sustainable development.
The park, with a planned capacity of 2 GW, is designed to host multiple international and domestic players. The project is expected to attract combined investments of over Rs 30,000 crore from Lodha and various data centre operators, as stated in a company release.
In 2019, the Maharashtra government declared Integrated Data Centres as a 'Thrust Area' for industrial growth in the state. To further this initiative, the government introduced the Green Integrated Data Centre Parks policy in October 2024. This policy is designed to foster the development of sustainable and eco-friendly data centres, which are crucial for the state's economic and environmental goals.
To begin with, three parks will be set up under this programme in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), and Palava will be one of these. Abhishek Lodha, MD & CEO of Lodha Developers, expressed his commitment to the project, stating, “The Green Integrated Data Centre Parks policy will not only create employment opportunities, boost Maharashtra’s and India’s economy, but will also operate on clean and green energy sources, benefiting generations to come. We are committed to the success of the Green Integrated Data Centre Park and look forward to many such partnerships with the government, all of which enable India to become a global leader by 2047.”
Over the last few years, the demand for data centres has surged due to the rapid growth of cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital services. Recognizing this trend, the state government's policy ensures that data centres, which are significant consumers of electricity, will be powered by green and alternative energy sources. This approach aligns with the global push towards sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in the tech industry.
Lodha Developers, a leading real estate company in India, has a strong track record of developing large-scale projects that blend modern amenities with sustainable practices. The company's involvement in this project is expected to set a new benchmark for green data centre development in the region. By leveraging their expertise and resources, Lodha Developers aims to create a state-of-the-art facility that not only meets the growing demand for data storage and processing but also contributes to the state's economic and environmental objectives.
The Green Integrated Data Centre Park in Palava is a significant step towards making Maharashtra a hub for advanced data centre infrastructure. It is expected to attract major tech companies and data centre operators, creating a robust ecosystem that supports innovation and economic growth. The project also aligns with the broader vision of making India a global leader in the tech and data centre sectors by 2047.
