CtrlS Datacenters Ltd, a very evident player in South Asia’s data center industry, has recently announced a substantial investment of ₹500 crore to establish a 12-megawatt greenfield data center in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. The announcement was made during the Tech Growth Conclave 2025 held in Indore, where Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav contributed virtually in the groundbreaking ceremony.​

The future facility would be placed in the Badwai IT Park on a 5-acre plot of land that the Madhya Pradesh government has allotted. High-performance computing, AI, and data processing applications will be supported by the sophisticated cooling and security systems included in this AI-ready data center. This project is in line with CtrlS’s mission to develop technology in central India and improve India’s digital infrastructure. ​

During its staged development, the data center is anticipated to provide about 200 jobs, boosting the local economy and employment situation. The facility’s economic significance is demonstrated by its estimated ₹7.5 crore yearly contribution to the State Goods and Services Tax (SGST) and Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) at full operating capacity. This development aligns with Madhya Pradesh’s overarching goal of becoming a premier location for high-tech investments, which is backed by initiatives like the Global Capability Centers Policy 2025 and the IT, ITeS & ESDM Investment Promotion Policy 2023. By 2047, these projects hope to create more than 50 international technological hubs and reach a USD 2 trillion economy. ​

CtrlS’s investment in Bhopal is a major step in growing its presence throughout India and solidifying its role as a major player in the country’s digital transformation process.