CapitaLand Investment Reaffirms Commitment to Tamil Nadu With Unveiling of New Chennai Data Centre
Chennai, October 16, 2026: Real asset manager CapitaLand Investment Limited (CLI) has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its data centre, logistics, and industrial portfolio in Tamil Nadu, according to a press release. The announcement was made during the unveiling of CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01, the first data centre development in the state by CLI’s listed business trust, CapitaLand India Trust (CLINT).
The new facility, located in the Ambattur data centre corridor, will deliver a gross power capacity of 53 MW upon completion by the end of 2026. Jointly held by CLINT and the CapitaLand India Data Centre Fund, the project represents a total planned investment of approximately Rs 1,940 crore. It features 34 MW of IT power capacity across 13 data halls, backed by a dedicated 110 kV substation and designed to support high-density and liquid-cooled deployments.
The project was unveiled by Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Trade and Industry, Gan Kim Yong, and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. The event was also attended by Singapore High Commissioner to India Simon Wong, CLINT CEO Gauri Shankar Nagabhushanam, CLI Managing Director of Private Funds (Data Centre) Dev Gupta, and senior government dignitaries.
The facility builds on CLI’s 22-year presence in Tamil Nadu, where it has invested over Rs 6,000 crore across seven operational assets, including business parks, industrial facilities, and lodging properties.
Commenting on the expansion, Quaiser Parvez, CEO, India, CLI, said: “By combining our deep local investment, development and operational capabilities with the strength of our listed and private fund platforms, CLI is well-positioned to support Tamil Nadu’s growth as a technology, manufacturing and digital economy hub. Our contribution extends beyond capital investment to creating the high-quality infrastructure and ecosystems that support the state’s continued development.”
Gauri Shankar Nagabhushanam, CEO, CLINT, added: “The unveiling of CapitaLand Data Centre Chennai 01 marks another important milestone in CLINT’s diversification into digital infrastructure. With a total planned investment of approximately INR 1,940 crore, the development reflects our conviction in the long-term growth of India’s data centre sector and is designed to meet the evolving requirements of hyperscale and enterprise customers.”
