ITC Infotech Partners with Google at Global AI Centre in New Town, Kolkata

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Sat, Dec 20, 02:41 AM IST

Kolkata continues to strengthen its position on India’s technology map as ITC Infotech partners with Google to develop cutting-edge digital solutions at its Global AI Centre of Excellence located at the ITC Green Centre in New Town, Kolkata. This collaboration marks a significant step toward positioning West Bengal as an emerging hub for Artificial Intelligence and digital transformation.

 

The partnership was publicly confirmed by Shri Sanjiv Puri, Chairman & Managing Director, ITC Limited, during a recent address, where he stated:

 

“Google is our partner, and we are developing cutting-edge solutions, building capabilities, and training people to transform Bengal into a hub of AI and digital transformation.”

 

To put it on record, this is not clickbait; the statement comes directly from Shri Sanjiv Puri himself and can be verified in the official YouTube livestream (timestamp 29:18).

 

Building Future-Ready AI Capabilities in Bengal

 

  • The Global AI Centre aims to focus on:
  • Developing next-generation AI-driven digital solutions
  • Building deep technology capabilities
  • Training and upskilling talent to meet global AI demands

 

By combining ITC Infotech’s enterprise expertise with Google’s global AI and cloud capabilities, the centre is expected to create high-value opportunities, foster innovation, and strengthen Kolkata’s growing technology ecosystem.

 

A Step Towards Making Bengal an AI Hub

 

This collaboration aligns well with Kolkata’s expanding IT and digital infrastructure, particularly in New Town and Salt Lake, which are fast emerging as preferred destinations for global technology companies. Initiatives like this not only boost investor confidence but also open doors for local talent to work on global-scale AI projects from Bengal itself.

 

The Road Ahead

 

While this partnership is a strong positive signal, its long-term success will depend on sustained momentum. We hope this collaboration proves fruitful and encourages more global technology leaders to invest in Bengal. At the same time, continued government support through progressive policies, strong systems, and an enabling ecosystem will play a vital role in accelerating Bengal’s journey toward becoming a true AI and digital transformation hub.