India’s AI data centre boom sparks protests over water, power and environmental concerns

India’s AI data centre boom sparks protests over water, power and environmental concerns

India’s push to become a global AI hub is facing growing opposition as tech giants Amazon, Google and Microsoft invest billions in data centres across the country. Residents near these facilities are raising concerns over water consumption, electricity demand, noise and the loss of green spaces. From Mumbai to Andhra Pradesh, communities and environmentalists are questioning the impact of these projects. As India’s AI infrastructure expands, can technological growth come without putting additional pressure on local resources and communities? Published - October 09, 2026 03:06 pm IST

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