Kyndryl, a global player in mission-critical enterprise technology services, has unveiled plans to invest $2.25 billion over the next three years in India. The initiative focuses on modernizing essential technology infrastructure and fostering AI-driven innovation. It also aims to develop future-ready talent to strengthen India’s position as a digital powerhouse.
Building Talent and AI Innovation Capabilities
As part of this commitment, Kyndryl will establish an AI Innovation Lab in Bengaluru. It will serve as a hub for advanced technology development and collaboration. The company also plans to develop IT talent and provide digital training to nearly 200,000 citizens. This will ensure India’s workforce is ready for the next wave of technological transformation.
“Kyndryl is a proud, trusted partner to our customers and an employer of choice to tens of thousands of Kyndryls across India,” said Martin Schroeter, Chairman and CEO of Kyndryl. “We’re committed to further developing our people, expanding our technical capabilities, and strengthening community partnerships to support growth, innovation, and opportunity,” Schroeter added.
Partnering with Leading Indian Enterprises
Kyndryl already serves several of India’s top organizations across diverse sectors. These include Bangalore International Airport, Canara Bank, and the Central Board of Direct Taxes. The company also partners with Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories and Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India. It works with the National Stock Exchange of India and Noida International Airport as well. These partnerships underscore Kyndryl’s role in supporting digital public infrastructure goals, cybersecurity initiatives, and hybrid IT modernization across the country.
India’s Strategic Role in Global Technology
Welcoming this move, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India’s growing appeal as a global innovation hub. “India warmly welcomes global partners to explore the vast opportunities in our nation and collaborate with our talented youth to innovate and excel,” he said. “Together, we all can build solutions that not only benefit India but also contribute to global progress.”
Driving Digital Transformation and Economic Growth
“India has established itself as a global technology powerhouse, driven by a thriving startup ecosystem, world-class digital infrastructure, and a skilled workforce,” said Lingraju Sawkar, President of Kyndryl India. “With this commitment, Kyndryl is focused on supporting our customers in meeting their diverse transformation needs and scaling operations for the next era of growth,” Sawkar added.
As per company press release, key Highlights of Kyndryl’s India Investment Plan:
*$2.25 billion investment over three years.
*Launch of an AI Innovation Lab in Bengaluru.
*Deep engagement with the Government of India on AI initiatives.
*Digital training for 200,000 citizens to boost digital literacy and workforce readiness.
