CtrlS Datacenters, a key player in South Asia’s data center landscape, has launched a data center park in Chennai, the capital city of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The facility was unveiled today by Thiru. M.K. Stalin (Tamil Nadu Chief Minister) unveiled this facility in the presence of Dr. Palanivel Thiagarajan (Minister of Information Technology and Digital Services, Tamil Nadu) and Sridhar Pinnapureddy (CtrlS Datacenters Chairman). According to a press release, the data center park features two buildings with a total IT load capacity of 72 MW and earthquake resistance up to 7.5 on the Richter Scale. The facility is also flood-resistant, 14 meters above sea level, with an additional 2.2 meters of campus elevation. Highlighting the significance of the milestone, Sridhar Pinnapureddy (Chairman, CtrlS Datacenters) said, “The launch of our Chennai Datacenter Park signifies a crucial step in our goal to create a top-tier digital ecosystem that meets global standards. This cutting-edge facility demonstrates our dedication to safeguarding critical digital assets while accelerating the evolution of cloud-based services and data-driven innovation.”
Equipped with a 230kV dedicated gas-insulated substation (GIS) with a 120 MW capacity, the data center park ensures a reliable power supply,” said CtrlS in a statement. “The nine-zone security system and carrier-neutral infrastructure with four fiber entry paths and direct, high-bandwidth links to cloud service providers underline CtrlS’ commitment to providing top-notch data security and connectivity. The Chennai Datacenter Park is also set to achieve LEED Platinum certification, reflecting its dedication to sustainable practices.”Thiru M. K. Stalin (Tamil Nadu Chief Minister) said, “I am delighted to inaugurate CtrlS’ Chennai Datacenter Park, a cutting-edge facility that strengthens Tamil Nadu’s position as a global tech hub. Our strategic advantages and progressive policies attract industry leaders like CtrlS.
Chennai is India’s second-largest data center market, and the CtrlS data center park is located in the Ambattur Industrial Estate. Chennai’s rapidly growing status as a hub for technology and connectivity is backed by Tamil Nadu’s strong industrial framework, reliable power supply, and global connectivity. According to industry estimates, the city’s data center capacity is expected to double by 2026, with ongoing projects set to add 2.6 million square feet (134 MW) by 2026 and an additional 2.5 million square feet (130 MW) planned for 2027–2028. As of June 2024, Chennai’s operational data center capacity stood at 108 MW. With a direct investment of approximately Rs 4,000 crore and an indirect investment of roughly Rs 50,000 crore, the initiative aims to create 500 direct jobs and 9,000 indirect jobs. Furthermore, as the facility reaches full capacity, it aims to generate significant GST revenue, amounting to about Rs 200 crore directly and an additional INR 3,000 crore indirectly each year. The state’s energy sector is also expected to benefit from an estimated power revenue of Rs 800 crore annually, reinforcing Tamil Nadu’s financial strength and commitment to sustainable industrial development.
CtrlS Datacenters Ltd, which began its operations in 2007, operates 15 data centers across eight key markets. The company has a nationwide presence with 250 MW (IT Load) of combined data center capacity across key tier-1 markets, including Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Noida, and Kolkata. CtrlS Datacenters also operates Edge data center facilities in tier-2 markets such as Patna and Lucknow, with further expansions planned in these markets along with GIFT City (Ahmedabad), Bhubaneswar, and Guwahati. CtrlS Datacenters has announced its plans to explore new overseas markets in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, with Thailand being the first international market foray.
