Google unveils ‘Ananta,’ its largest campus in India

Google unveiled its largest campus in India—Ananta, which means “infinite” or “limitless” in Sanskrit. This happens to be one of Google’s largest campuses in the world. Located in Mahadevapura, Bengaluru, Ananta has a seating capacity of over 5,000, and the campus has been designed with accessibility in mind, and the materials used for its construction are sourced almost entirely locally.

To reduce its environmental footprint, the Google Ananta campus incorporates water waste recycling, on-site rainwater harvesting and smart photochromic glass throughout the building, which helps reduce power consumption.

“Ananta will be known not just for the innovations that emerge from within its walls—powered by India but for the world—but also for its lasting impact. Six years ago, we made a pivotal shift, embracing an AI-first approach. We recognized India’s potential not only as a deep talent pool but also as a place where AI can transform lives at scale. This new campus marks a milestone in the ongoing seismic shift in technology. It is a testament to our ambition to innovate and drive the next transformative leap in AI,” said Preeti Lobana, vice president and country manager at Google India.

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Google India’s new campus will enable the company to build world-class products and solve the most complex user-facing challenges. With a workforce of over 10,000, Google has a presence in several parts of India, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Gurugram. The company currently follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to spend three days a week in the office.