Lokesh invites ST Telemedia to establish Green Energy Data Centre in Visakhapatnam

In a bid to accelerate Andhra Pradesh’s digital infrastructure ambitions, Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, IT, and Electronics, Nara Lokesh met  Reetu Mehlawat, Head of ST Telemedia Investments (India), during his official visit to Singapore on Tuesday (July 29, 2025).

ST Telemedia, headquartered in Singapore, is a strategic investment company with a global portfolio across communications, media, data centres, and infrastructure technologies.

During the meeting, Mr. Lokesh urged the company to establish a Green Energy-Powered Data Center in Visakhapatnam, which is being developed as a dedicated Data City in Andhra Pradesh. He invited ST Telemedia to collaborate with the state government in building a robust and sustainable data infrastructure ecosystem, drawing inspiration from successful models in Uttar Pradesh and beyond.

Mr. Lokesh emphasised the State’s readiness to support high-end computing infrastructure, resource optimisation, and environmentally sustainable operations. He said such initiatives would not only attract global investments but also position Andhra Pradesh as a leader in green digital innovation.

Responding to the proposal, Ms. Reetu Mehlawat stated that ST Telemedia currently operates 30 data centres across 10 major Indian cities, supporting a critical IT load of 311 megawatts. She added that the company plans to expand its capacity in India to 550 megawatts in the near future.

Ms. Reetu Mehlawat assured that Andhra Pradesh’s proposal would be presented to the company’s senior leadership for further evaluation and a decision would be taken after detailed discussions.

This engagement is part of Andhra Pradesh’s broader strategy to position itself at the forefront of green technology and next-generation digital infrastructure through global partnerships.