Techno Digital, the digital infrastructure arm of Techno Electric & Engineering Company Ltd (TEECL), has announced the inauguration of its 36-MW data center at SIPCOT IT Park, Siruseri, Chennai.
This next-gen facility is part of Techno Digital’s $1 billion investment commitment towards building future-ready, sustainable digital infrastructure across the country.
Spanning over 200,000 sqft, this state-of-the-art 36 MW datacentre delivers a hosting capacity of about 2,400 high-density racks and is designed to support flexible power densities from 10kW to 50kW per rack and beyond, making it one of India’s most advanced AI-ready infrastructures.
Strategically located in the heart of Chennai’s IT corridor, the facility is designed to provide resilience against climate risks and offers seamless connectivity to multiple cable landing stations and domestic networks that anchor India’s internet backbone.
The facility’s design integrates:
- On-site 110kV GIS substation with dual power feeds from independent substations, connected via underground cable paths for reliability and weatherproof operation
- Powering customers’ critical IT load within server hall via state-of-the-art UPS systems, tested and certified with NVIDIA’s latest GB200 series
- Efficient Cooling Architecture featuring centrifugal water-cooled chillers and adiabatic cooling towers thus enabling best-in-class operational PUE and helping reduce water consumption by 75 per cent
Significant milestone
“Our Chennai AI-ready hyperscale data center is a significant milestone in our commitment to accelerating the Digital India vision and advancing India’s self-reliance initiative. This launch goes beyond infrastructure; it represents a strategic investment in building a future-ready digital ecosystem,” said, Ankit Saraiya, Director & CEO, Techno Digital. “Chennai stands out as a top destination for hyperscale data centers, due to its robust infrastructure, progressive business policies, and vibrant talent pool. This, coupled with our strong credentials in power infrastructure, strategically positions us as a partner of choice for enterprises looking to modernize, scale, embrace sustainability and future-proof their digital operations.”
Strategic pillars of digital economy
India’s burgeoning digital economy demands a comprehensive focus on building a robust digital infrastructure. With the rise in data consumption, rapid cloud adoption, and advancements in AI and 5G rollout, data centers are the strategic pillars that deliver scalable, secure, and efficient solutions to meet this demand. Additionally, as sustainability is becoming a key factor in India’s growth trajectory, optimizing energy-efficient resources for modern hyperscale and edge data centers is of utmost importance.
Shaping country’s digital infra
“We are thrilled to announce the launch of our AI-ready hyperscale data center in Chennai, a facility that exemplifies progressive technology, precision engineering, and purposeful innovation, built at the intersection of tradition and technology,” said Amit Agrawal, President, Techno Digital. “Today’s digital-native enterprises demand hyper-availability, seamless scalability, robust security, and operational resilience all while advancing their sustainability goals. We are confident that the strategically located facility on India’s southern coast in Chennai, further augmented by our network of interconnected Edge data centers, is well poised to shape the country’s digital infrastructure with sustainable, AI-driven, and cloud-optimized offerings.”
Testimony to Group’s EPC leadership
Padam Prakash Gupta, Managing Director, TEECL, added, “With this strategic expansion, Techno Electric reaffirms its commitment to building a high-quality, benchmark digital infrastructure platform. The Chennai Data Center facility is a testament to the group’s EPC leadership and financial discipline, ensuring superior returns and long-term value creation for all stakeholders.”
Sustainable infrastructure
The facility sets a new benchmark for sustainable digital infrastructure by deliberately allocating 25 per cent of the total site area to green spaces a first in the region. It incorporates adiabatic cooling towers and an energy-efficient exterior that reduce water consumption and minimize heat gain. Additionally, facility is equipped with advanced water treatment, recycling, and storage systems to ensure responsible usage and reuse of water. The design aligns with a Rated 3+ reliability standard and is confirmed for USGBC Gold certification for its environmental performance.
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