Meta has signed its first AI data center deal in India with Reliance Industries, marking a significant step in expanding its AI infrastructure in the country. The agreement, announced on June 10, 2026, involves collaboration to build and operate AI-focused data centers to support Meta's growing AI workloads in India, according to techcrunch.com.
The deal was finalized after months of discussions between Meta and Reliance, with the latter providing the necessary infrastructure and local expertise to host Meta's AI data centers. Meta aims to leverage Reliance's extensive network and resources to enhance AI capabilities and reduce latency for its services in India. The partnership also aligns with Meta's broader strategy to localize data processing and comply with regional data regulations, techcrunch.com reported.
This collaboration reflects the increasing demand for AI infrastructure in India, where digital adoption and AI applications are rapidly growing. Meta's move follows similar investments by global tech giants in Indian data centers, underscoring the country's importance as a strategic hub for AI development. The deal is expected to boost Reliance's position in the cloud and data center market, competing with other major players expanding in the region, according to techcrunch.com.
Meta and Reliance plan to commence construction of the AI data centers later this year, with operations expected to begin in 2027. The partnership represents a key milestone in Meta's AI expansion in Asia and supports India's ambition to become a global AI innovation hub, techcrunch.com stated.