Foundation stone for Green Data Centre laid in Ghaziabad

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister for Science & Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Thursday laid the foundation stone for a state-of-the-art Green Data Centre in Sahibabad, Ghaziabad. The project, a collaboration between Central Electronics Limited (CEL), a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Science & Technology, and ESDS, involves an investment of approximately Rs1,000 crore and boasts a 30 MW capacity.
Dr. Jitendra Singh described the data centre as a pivotal step in India’s journey toward becoming a self-reliant global digital power. The facility is designed with sustainability at its core, incorporating energy-efficient technologies, renewable energy sources, and eco-friendly practices to minimize environmental impact. It will feature a scalable infrastructure capable of supporting 200 high-density racks per floor, adhering to Tier III/TIA/Uptime-compliant standards for high availability and resilience. Equipped with a 40 Gbps ring fibre network and dual 10 Gbps links for cloud integration and disaster recovery, the centre will also include rainwater harvesting, reflective roofing, and smart cooling systems to enhance energy efficiency.
Highlighting India’s advancements in science and technology, Dr. Singh cited CSIR-NBRI’s development of a 108-petal lotus, the Palampur Institute’s out-of-season tulips offered during the Ram Temple consecration, and the Surya Tilak phenomenon enabled by precise astronomical engineering. He also noted the Department of Atomic Energy’s faecal sludge treatment plants at this year’s Kumbh Mela, which processed 1.5 million tonnes of waste, ensuring hygiene at the world’s largest human gathering.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised CEL for its pioneering contributions to solar photovoltaic technology, noting its role in delivering solar-based electricity solutions to tribal and remote areas of Uttar Pradesh. He highlighted CEL’s broader impact beyond defence, including advancements in digital literacy and railway safety, which have strengthened critical infrastructure and supported inclusive growth across the state.