What happened: citizen resistance to mega data centre projects in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra
Citizen groups are opposing proposed mega data centre projects in Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra. Reported concerns include water and power constraints, environmental impacts, and demands for greater transparency and consultation.
Andhra Pradesh (Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli): reported 1 GW AI data centre hub
Land allotment across multiple sites in Visakhapatnam and Anakapalli is reported in connection with data-centre planning. A company linked to Google is reportedly developing a 1 GW AI data centre hub, with Adani Infra and Adani ConneX named as development partners.
Maharashtra (Thane): protests against Amazon’s hyperscale data centre
Residents in Thane oppose Amazon’s hyperscale data centre proposal. Protesters describe the project as a large facility under construction on land in Balkum Pada and Majiwada.