UP to Build AI & Quantum Hubs in Noida, Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh has announced a major deep‑tech expansion with the PRAGATI (Park for Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, GPU Clusters and Advanced Technical Innovation) robotics and AI hub in Noida and new U Hubs in Noida and Lucknow, featuring physical AI data centres, quantum computing labs, and startup incubation spaces. Together, these projects aim to generate over one lakh jobs and position the state as a national leader in advanced technologies.

Uttar Pradesh has been steadily building a network of AI and deep‑tech hubs beyond the newly announced PRAGATI project and U Hubs in Noida and Lucknow. These centres are designed to spread innovation across the state rather than concentrating it in one region.

Key Projects

• PRAGATI Project

• Location: 75 acres in Noida.
• Facilities: Robotics testing & certification, rapid prototyping, AI compute infrastructure, GPU clusters, motion‑capture labs, physical AI data centre, startup incubation, co‑working spaces.
• Economic Impact: Expected to generate ₹2,000+ crore gross value addition and 1 lakh+ jobs in five years.

• U Hubs

• Locations: Noida and Lucknow.
• Budget: ₹100 crore allocated for FY 2026‑27.
• Focus Areas:
  – Noida: Quantum computing, semiconductor design, robotics, defence tech, advanced biotechnology.
  – Lucknow: Applied AI, GovTech, healthcare AI, biosciences, agri‑biotech.
• Objective: Connect startups, researchers, investors, and academia to accelerate commercialisation of emerging technologies.

Strategic Rationale

Location	Advantages
Noida	Strong electronics manufacturing base, proximity to Jewar Airport, freight corridor, defence industrial corridor, robust academic/industrial ecosystem.
Lucknow	Administrative capital, focus on applied AI for governance, healthcare, and agriculture; designed to balance regional tech growth.

Broader Vision

• National Leadership: CM Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to make UP a global centre for robotics, AI, quantum computing, and semiconductors.
• Skill Development: Future‑skills training programs will prepare youth for frontier technologies.
• Investor Focus: Revised IT policy aims to attract global tech leaders and reduce dependence on imported technologies.

Challenges & Risks

• Implementation Timelines: Success depends on land allocation, MoUs with global firms, and industry participation.
• Talent Pipeline: Requires aggressive upskilling in AI, robotics, and semiconductor design to meet demand.
• Global Competition: Must compete with Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and international hubs for investment and talent.

Why It Matters

• For Engineers & Graduates: Thousands of high‑paying jobs in AI, robotics, semiconductors, and biotech.
• For Startups: Access to incubation, co‑working, and funding opportunities.
• For Industry: A complete ecosystem linking manufacturing, R&D, and advanced digital services.

Other AI & Tech Hubs in UP

Lucknow CoE (StartinUP) focuses on AI, Blockchain, IoT, Robotics, Big Data, Clean‑tech, Edu‑tech, Agri‑tech, and Health‑tech. Backed by the IT & Electronics Department, it incubates over 100 product‑based startups with world‑class R&D infrastructure.

Noida STPI Hub specializes in electronics design, IT services, fintech, and cybersecurity. Supported by Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) and industry partners, it serves as a startup incubation hub for IT and electronics, leveraging NCR’s tech ecosystem.

Greater Noida University CoE emphasizes AI, Data Science, and Cloud Computing. Built through academic‑industry partnerships with Galgotias University, it focuses on skill development and applied research.

Kanpur IIT CoEs cover aerospace, materials science, AI, and cybersecurity. They include the National Centre for Flexible Electronics and advanced AI labs, with strong industry‑academia collaboration under the Government of India.

Gorakhpur CoE is dedicated to AI, cybersecurity, data science, drones, and 3D printing. Supported by the TCS Foundation and Tata Group, it is the first Centre of Excellence in Eastern UP, inaugurated in April 2026.

Beyond AI hubs, Uttar Pradesh is driving a massive wave of projects in 2026 — from the Jewar International Airport and Ganga Expressway to record infrastructure investments in power, water, and roads, plus tourism and high‑speed rail corridors.

TCS Launches Autonomous Engineering Lab with NVIDIA to Accelerate Industrial AI Deployment

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a global leader in IT services and consulting, has announced the launch of the TCS Autonomous Engineering Lab Powered by NVIDIA at its Global Axis campus in Bengaluru. This new facility is positioned as India’s first physical AI hub dedicated to accelerating industrial AI solutions, with a focus on mobility and manufacturing.

The lab represents a strategic expansion of TCS’ collaboration with NVIDIA, moving beyond technology integration into deeper capability building and enterprise-wide transformation. By combining TCS’ Industrial Autonomy & Engineering (IA&E) expertise with NVIDIA’s full-stack AI infrastructure, the lab provides enterprises with a scalable pathway to move from pilot projects into production-scale deployment.

Sreenivasa Chakravarti, Global Head & Vice President of Industrial Autonomy and Engineering at TCS, described Bengaluru as the “engine of India’s economy,” noting that the lab harnesses this energy to reimagine what’s possible with AI. He emphasized that the facility will enable rapid movement from concept to real-world impact, shaping the future of mobility and industrial systems. Alvin DaCosta, Vice President at NVIDIA, highlighted the importance of specialized infrastructure to bridge the gap between simulation and deployment, stressing that the lab offers enterprises a robust environment to validate and implement next-generation solutions.

The lab’s offerings span a wide spectrum of industrial AI applications. TCS DriveSphere™, an AI-led mobility platform, enables software-defined vehicles through digital twins, predictive analytics, and lifecycle management. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), autonomous driving capabilities, and intelligent perception systems are supported by NVIDIA’s AI stack. In manufacturing, AI is embedded into machines and plants to enable predictive maintenance, automated quality inspection, and real-time process optimization. High-fidelity digital twin simulations further accelerate design validation and scenario testing, reducing risks and improving time-to-market.

Beyond technology, the lab is designed to help enterprises reimagine products, operations, and business models. By embedding intelligence across the engineering and manufacturing lifecycle, businesses can transition toward intelligent, software-defined, and autonomous enterprises. The controlled environment allows for rapid prototyping and validation, ensuring that solutions are tested thoroughly before rollout.

This initiative builds on the longstanding partnership between TCS and NVIDIA in AI and accelerated computing. With the Bengaluru lab, the collaboration enters a new phase—one that emphasizes scaled deployment, client engagement, and transformative impact across industries worldwide.

For a global audience, the launch underscores India’s growing role as a hub for industrial AI innovation, while also highlighting how enterprises worldwide can leverage this facility to accelerate their journey toward autonomy and intelligence.

PULSUS to Scale ₹500 Cr Ameenpur AI Healthcare Hub, Supreme Court Clearance Paves Way for 6,000 Jobs

• Supreme Court grants PULSUS Ameenpur project ITeS Park and SEZ status
• Pulsus Group has reaffirmed its commitment to creating 6,000 direct jobs and indirect employment of 30,000 jobs at the ₹500 crore Ameenpur IT Park

PULSUS Group has announced plans to expand its Ameenpur AI Healthcare and Digital Innovation Hub, targeting a workforce of 6,000 direct and 30,000 indirect jobs as it scales operations at the 35-acre campus in Telangana.

The move follows a Supreme Court ruling that upheld the project's IT/ITeS and SEZ status, clearing the way for accelerated development and fresh investment. Pulsus said the decision provides the certainty needed to advance its plans in artificial intelligence, healthcare technology and digital services.

PULSUS is backing its expansion plans with a proven employment record. Parliamentary records under the India BPO Promotion Scheme show that Omics International part of Pulsus Group, generated 2,836 direct jobs by March 2022 and achieved the target of creating 6,000 jobs in Visakhapatnam, while supporting an estimated 30,000 indirect jobs. The records also recognize the company's Ameenpur operations, where employment has created about 1,500 of the 6,000 direct jobs.

With the legal status recently received from the Supreme Court, PULSUS has fast-tracked plans to scale the ₹500 crore Ameenpur campus into a major AI healthcare and digital services hub and increase its workforce to 6,000.

The Ameenpur project, located near Miyapur, was envisioned as a hub for technology and employment generation. Despite delays caused by legal and regulatory challenges, we remained committed to this vision. With the project now gaining ITES-SEZ status, our goal is to accelerate efforts to establish one of Telangana's leading AI Healthcare and Digital Innovation campuses, creating more than 6,000 high-quality jobs for engineers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and digital specialists. – Dr. Gedela Srinubabu, CEO, Pulsus Group.

For Telangana, the project represents another investment in sectors where the state has built a strong presence, particularly information technology, life sciences, healthcare innovation and Global Capability Centres (GCCs). The location near the Miyapur growth corridor is expected to strengthen the region's technology ecosystem while creating employment opportunities for graduates and skilled professionals.

Beyond employment generation, PULSUS plans to collaborate with universities, research institutions, healthcare organizations, startups and technology companies to develop an ecosystem supporting innovation, research and global service delivery.

The AI Healthcare hub is expected to drive demand for highly skilled professionals, including software engineers, AI specialists, healthcare data scientists, clinical research associates, bioinformatics experts and digital services professionals.

Industry analysts view the convergence of artificial intelligence and healthcare as one of the fastest-growing segments within the global technology market, with increasing demand for data-driven healthcare solutions, research support services and digital health infrastructure.

About PULSUS Group

Pulsus Group, through its global publishing, scientific conference, healthcare information, and technology businesses, serves researchers, healthcare professionals, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders worldwide. The Group’s operations span scientific publishing, healthcare technology, artificial intelligence, digital services, and international knowledge-sharing platforms.

Infosys Lands Landmark $500M GCC Contract with Truist Financial

Infosys has secured a landmark $500+ million deal with US-based Truist Financial to establish and operate a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad under a five-year build-operate-transfer (BOT) model, reported Outlook Business on April 29 2026. The publication broke the story first, citing Mint’s internal sources.

According to the report, the deal marks one of the largest such engagements for Infosys, where it will build and operate a back-office hub for the client.

The centre will employ around 4,500 people, with 2,000 hires in the first phase, and will support IT, finance, HR, sales, and AI-driven operations.

About Truist Financial, it is one of the largest financial institutions in the United States, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. It was formed in 2019 through the merger of BB&T Corporation and SunTrust Banks, creating a top‑10 U.S. bank by assets. Truist operates across retail, commercial, and wealth management segments, serving over 15 million customers.  

Key Deal Highlights

• Client: Truist Financial, 7th largest US bank
• Deal Value: $500+ million
• Location: Hyderabad, India
• Model: Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) for 5 years
• Workforce: ~4,500 employees; 2,000 in phase one
• Functions: IT, finance, HR, sales, fintech, AI
• AI Integration: Infosys Topaz AI platform

Strategic Importance

• Largest GCC engagement for Infosys
• Expected $100M+ revenue in FY26 (~0.5% growth)
• Offsets Daimler/Mercedes-Benz revenue loss
• Strengthens Hyderabad’s GCC ecosystem

Industry Context

• AI-first GCC trend reshaping outsourcing
• Infosys to hire 20,000 freshers in FY27
• Peers cutting jobs; Infosys expanding AI-led hubs

Risks & Considerations

• BOT transition risk after 5 years
• Demand volatility across clients
• AI deflation may impact pricing

Takeaway

Infosys strengthens its role as a strategic partner for global banks, embedding AI-driven operations into GCCs. Hyderabad gains 4,500 jobs, reinforcing its rise as a global GCC powerhouse.

Google Breaks Ground on $15 Billion AI Data Hub in Vizag

Google has officially begun construction of a massive $15 billion AI data centre hub in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Andhra Pradesh, marking one of India’s largest foreign direct investments in digital infrastructure. The project will deliver gigawatt-scale compute, subsea cable connectivity, and clean energy systems, positioning Vizag as a global AI hub.

Key Facts About the Vizag AI Hub

• Investment Size: $15 billion (₹1.26 lakh crore), spread over five years (2026–2030).
• Scale: 1 GW hyperscale AI data centre in the first phase, with plans to expand to 5 GW capacity.
• Location: Spread across 600 acres in Rambilli, Adavivaram, and Tarluvada near Vizag.
• Partners: Google Cloud, AdaniConneX, and Bharti Airtel.
• Infrastructure: New subsea cable landing station, fiber-optic networks, clean energy systems.
• Timeline: Foundation stone laid on April 28, 2026; operations expected by September 2028.

Strategic Importance

• Largest Google project in India and its most expansive AI hub outside the U.S.
• Strengthens India’s AI ecosystem, supporting workloads in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and advanced data operations.
• Anchors India’s role in global AI supply chains, boosting subsea connectivity on the eastern coast.

Economic & Social Impact

• Job Creation: Thousands of direct and indirect jobs in AI engineering, data operations, and cybersecurity.
• Local Development: Andhra Pradesh government allocated 601 acres and promised water supply from the Godavari within 60 days.
• Talent Hub: Expected to reverse migration trends by making Vizag a digital gateway and tech talent destination.

Sustainability & Policy Push

• Clean Energy: Captive solar and renewable-linked power systems to reduce grid dependence.
• Government Priorities: IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urged local server manufacturing, semiconductor packaging, and water-efficient cooling under the IndiaAI Mission.

Comparison with Other Mega Projects in Vizag

Project	Investor	Investment	Capacity	Timeline
Google AI Hub	Google Cloud + AdaniConneX + Airtel	$15B	1 GW (target 5 GW)	Ops by Sept 2028
Reliance AI Cluster	Reliance Industries	$17B	1.5 GW	Ops by Oct 2028

Outlook

Vizag is being compared to the Cyberabad transformation in Hyderabad 30 years ago, with the city now poised to become India’s next global tech hub.