Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Maharashtra CM Breaks Ground on AWS Data Center
Maharashtra's Chief Minister, Devendra Fadnavis, participated in a virtual event to start building an Amazon Web Services (AWS) data center in Mumbai.
This is part of AWS's large investment in the state, amounting to USD 8.3 billion.
The CM highlighted Maharashtra as a top investment destination.
Additionally, a mobile lab called 'Think Big Mobile Van' was launched to teach students about technology.
AWS also contributes to the state's development through CSR initiatives.
Maharashtra CM laid the foundation stone virtually for an AWS data center in Mumbai.
The USD 8.3 billion project is part of AWS's investment in cloud infrastructure.
The event took place at the CM's official residence, Varsha.
CM Fadnavis emphasized Maharashtra's appeal to investors.
A 'Think Big Mobile Van' was launched to promote STEM education.
- Who
- Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- What
- Laid the foundation stone for AWS data center and launched a mobile STEM lab
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Why
- Part of AWS investment in cloud infrastructure and driving digital transformation
Investment Impact
Investment Impact
AWS's Expansion
Investment Impact
AWS's investment is expected to contribute to the state's economic progress.
Investment Impact
The investment is aimed at strengthening cloud infrastructure and driving digital transformation
- Event
- Foundation stone laying for AWS data center
- Location
- Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Chief Guest
- Devendra Fadnavis, Maharashtra CM
- AWS Investment
- USD 8.3 billion
- Initiative
- Think Big Mobile Van
