Prayagraj: Uttar Pradesh is set to add another proposed digital infrastructure project to its industrial portfolio, with Airtel Nxtra Private Limited planning to establish a 10 MW data centre at Saraswati Hi-Tech City in Prayagraj.
The Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Authority (UPSIDA) issued a Letter of Intent (LoI) to the company on November 5, 2026, for the proposed project. The investment is estimated at approximately ₹220 crore.
As part of the project, the process of allotting 4.43 acres of land across Plot Nos. 5 and 7 at Saraswati Hi-Tech City has been initiated.
The project is expected to generate around 300 direct and indirect employment opportunities once implemented, according to the state government.
10 MW Data Centre Proposed on 4.43 Acres
The proposed facility will have a capacity of 10 megawatts and is intended to expand data centre infrastructure in Prayagraj.
Key details of the project include:
- Company: Airtel Nxtra Private Limited
- Location: Saraswati Hi-Tech City, Prayagraj
- Proposed capacity: 10 MW
- Estimated investment: ₹220 crore
- Land requirement: 4.43 acres
- Plot numbers: 5 and 7
- Expected employment: Around 300 direct and indirect opportunities
- LoI issued: November 5, 2026, by UPSIDA
The project is expected to support activities related to data storage, cloud computing and digital services. It may also create opportunities for businesses providing technology-related and ancillary services in the area.
Airtel Nxtra’s Proposed Investment in Uttar Pradesh
Airtel Nxtra, part of the Bharti Airtel Group, operates in the data centre sector and provides infrastructure and services to enterprises, cloud service providers and other institutions.
Its proposed investment in Prayagraj is part of the Uttar Pradesh government’s efforts to attract projects in digital infrastructure and technology-oriented industries.
The state government has been seeking investments beyond conventional manufacturing, with a focus on sectors linked to digital services, data management and emerging technologies.
UPSIDA Chief Highlights Digital Infrastructure Expansion
UPSIDA Chief Executive Officer Dr. Balkar Singh described the proposed data centre as an important step towards expanding modern digital infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh.
He said the project would help develop Prayagraj as an emerging location for data centre and information technology-related activities.
Singh added that the facility would encourage activities associated with data storage, cloud services and digital technology while creating employment opportunities.
What the Project Could Mean for Prayagraj
If implemented, the proposed facility would add data centre capacity to Prayagraj’s industrial infrastructure.
The state government expects the project to contribute to:
- Expansion of data storage and cloud computing infrastructure.
- Growth of digital services and IT-related industrial activities.
- Around 300 direct and indirect employment opportunities.
- Potential business opportunities for local technology and support-service providers.
The project is currently at the Letter of Intent and land-allotment process stage. Its proposed investment and employment benefits are therefore yet to materialise.
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