CapitaLand BLR4 AI Data Center Bengaluru: 36MW High-Density Hyperscale Hub
Status: Under Construction / Active Development | Location: International Tech Park Bengaluru (ITPB) / Whitefield Industrial Area, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560066, India
Project Overview
CapitaLand Investment BLR4 AI Data Center Campus is a state-of-the-art 36 MW hyperscale facility strategically located in Whitefield, Bengaluru, one of India's most prominent technology and digital infrastructure hubs. Developed by CapitaLand Investment through CapitaLand India Trust, the campus is purpose-built to meet the rapidly growing demand for artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, hyperscale colocation, and enterprise digital transformation workloads. Designed with a strong focus on scalability, energy efficiency, and operational resilience, BLR4 is engineered to support high-density GPU clusters and next-generation AI infrastructure requiring significantly higher power densities than conventional data centers. The facility is designed to accommodate advanced cooling technologies, including Direct-to-Chip Liquid Cooling (DLC) readiness, enabling efficient thermal management for AI servers while reducing overall energy consumption. Built in accordance with stringent international reliability, sustainability, and security standards, the campus incorporates redundant electrical systems, resilient mechanical infrastructure, advanced fire detection and suppression systems, and multiple layers of physical and cyber security. BLR4 also features diverse, multi-carrier fiber connectivity with redundant network paths, ensuring low-latency access and high availability for mission-critical applications. As part of CapitaLand's broader sustainability strategy, the campus is aligned with ambitious environmental goals, including the procurement of 100% renewable energy where feasible, improved Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE), and reduced operational carbon emissions through energy-efficient building design and intelligent infrastructure management. Positioned within Bengaluru's thriving technology ecosystem, BLR4 provides enterprises, global cloud providers, AI innovators, and digital businesses with a highly reliable, future-ready platform capable of supporting the next generation of compute-intensive applications while offering the scalability required for long-term digital growth.
Quick Facts
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| Project Name | CapitaLand BLR4 AI Data Center Bengaluru: 36MW High-Density Hyperscale Hub |
| Location | International Tech Park Bengaluru (ITPB) / Whitefield Industrial Area, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560066, India |
| Status | Under Construction / Active Development |
| Commissioning | Phased Rollout (Phase 1 Target Go-Live 2025–2026) |
| Total IT Load | 36.0 MW Total Campus Critical IT Capacity |
| Total Capacity | ~300,000 sq ft (~27,870 m²) gross building footprint across a multi-story dedicated data center facility |
| Tier Level | Tier III Certified Design & Operational Standard (Uptime Institute Equivalent) / LEED Gold Target Design |
| Project Type | Purpose-Built Multi-Tenant Hyperscale, AI Compute & High-Density Enterprise Data Center Campus |
City Profile
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| City Name | Bengaluru |
| Population | Approximately 14.4 million (urban agglomeration) |
| Urban Agglomeration | Approximately 14.4 million |
| City GDP | Approximately USD 359 billion |
| Per Capita Income | Approximately USD 8,500 |
| City Tier | Tier 1 City (Global Technology and Innovation Hub) |
| Key Strengths | Information Technology, Software Services, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Aerospace, Startups, Research & Development, Electronics Manufacturing, Education, Financial Services |
Companies Involved
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| Developer / Operator | CapitaLand |
| Strategic Infrastructure Partner | BESCOM (Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited) Utility Grid Network & Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) |
| Construction Contractor | Specialized Indian Mission-Critical EPC & General Contractors |
| MEP Engineering | CapitaLand Global Data Centre Engineering Teams & Specialized Indian Mission-Critical Consultants |
| Network Connectivity | Carrier-neutral facility featuring dual path-diverse subterranean fiber entrance vaults, dedicated Meet-Me-Rooms (MMRs), direct interconnects to all major Indian telecommunications operators, local Internet Exchange points (NIXI), and low-latency cloud gateways. |
| Power Infrastructure | Dual high-voltage 66kV / 110kV utility grid feeds from independent substations, static 2N / N+1 uninterruptible power supply (UPS) modules, automated switchgear, and multi-megawatt standby emergency diesel generator arrays with on-site fuel autonomy. |
Technical Specifications
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| Power Capacity | 36.0 MW Total Utility Critical IT Power Allocation |
| UPS Redundancy | 2N / N+1 Static UPS Architecture |
| Cooling System | High-efficiency air-cooled chillers with variable speed drives, water-cooled plant option, hot/cold aisle containment, Direct-to-Chip Liquid Cooling (DLC) readiness for high-density AI clusters, and automated smart BMS environmental controls. |
| Connectivity | Dense subterranean dark fiber routes linking Whitefield directly to central Bengaluru, Electronic City, and major regional network hubs. |
| PUE Target | < 1.35 Annualized Operational Design PUE |
| Energy Mix | 100% Green Renewable Power procurement targeted via captive solar/wind Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) under Karnataka open access policy. |
Milestones
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| Announcement | 2022–2023 |
| Construction Start | 2023–2024 |
| Phase 1 Go-Live | Target 2025–2026 |
| Full Buildout | Active Construction & Phased Delivery |
Investment Details
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| Total Investment | Estimated ₹1,200 to ₹1,500 Crore INR (~$150,000,000 USD to $180,000,000 USD) Capital Commitment |
| Funding | Institutional Infrastructure Capital (CapitaLand India Trust / CLI Data Centre Fund) |