CtrlS Datacenters has launched a Rs 400-crore data centre in Patna, marking a major step forward in expanding its presence in India. The facility is part of the company’s plan to boost digital infrastructure and support local businesses, startups, and government agencies in the region.
What’s inside the Patna data centre?
The new data centre is located in the Patliputra Industrial Area and has an initial IT load capacity of 12 MW. It’s designed to serve enterprises, government agencies, and hyperscalers in eastern India. You can expect high-quality infrastructure that meets the growing demand for data centre services.
How will this impact Bihar’s digital landscape?
Bihar has historically lagged in tech infrastructure, but CtrlS’s move could be a turning point. The company signed an agreement with the Bihar government to invest Rs 10,000 crore in a proposed AI factory in Bodh Gaya. This project is expected to be a 150 MW hyperscale facility, though no timeline has been confirmed.
CtrlS’s broader strategy
Sridhar Pinnapureddy, founder and CEO of CtrlS Datacenters, said the investments will help strengthen Bihar’s digital ecosystem. “We’re committed to building a robust IT infrastructure that serves the evolving needs of hyperscalers, enterprises, and startups,” he said. He also highlighted the state government’s supportive policies.
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What else is in the works?
CrtlS has been in the data centre business since 2007 and operates 19 facilities across nine Indian markets. The company aims to build more than 4.4 GW of data centre capacity by 2030, and the Patna centre is part of that plan. It also intends to establish over 20 edge data centres in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
Industry reactions
Industry experts say this move could be a win for both CtrlS and Bihar. “This isn’t just about bricks and mortar,” said one analyst. “It’s about creating an ecosystem that can attract more tech firms and startups to the region.” The AI factory in Bodh Gaya could also position Bihar as a centre for innovation.
What’s next for Bihar?
If CtrlS follows through, the state could see a surge in tech-related jobs and investment. But it’ll take more than one data centre to transform an entire region’s digital landscape. Still, this is a promising start—and it could set the stage for more developments in the years to come.
