Infosys (NSE, BSE, NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced the inauguration of its new 320,000 sq. ft. development center (DC) in Kolkata, West Bengal. This state-of-the-art facility with an investment of over INR 426 crore is designed to accommodate over 4,000 employees in a hybrid working model. The center will provide employees greater flexibility and enable them to work on cutting-edge technologies such as cloud, AI, and digital, across a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, financial services, energy & utilities.
The DC was inaugurated by Hon'ble Chief Minister of West Bengal Smt. Mamata Banerjee, in the presence of Mr. Babul Supriyo, Minister-in-Charge, Information Technology & Electronics and Public Enterprises and Industrial Reconstruction Departments, Mr. Sujit Bose, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Fire and Emergency Services, Dr. Amit Mitra, Principal Chief Advisor to the Hon'ble Chief Minister and Finance Department, and Infosys Leadership represented by Mr. Jayesh Sanghrajka, Chief Financial Officer, and Mr. Dinesh Rao, Chief Delivery Officer, along with Mr. Sunil Kumar Dhareshwar, Executive Vice President, Infosys, Mr. Niladri Prasad Mishra, Senior Vice President, Infosys, and other senior officers from the state government and Infosys.
Aligned with Infosys' ESG commitments and high-performance green building standards, the center is designed to be environmentally friendly and energy efficient. It incorporates features like low-energy cooling, smart building automation, rainwater harvesting, and wastewater recycling. The facility will also be enabled with amenities such as flexible workstations, training facilities, and wellness centers.
Smt. Mamata Banerjee, Hon'ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, said, "The inauguration of Infosys' Kolkata Development Center is a hallmark investment in West Bengal, and we congratulate Infosys for its steadfast commitment in strengthening the state's IT ecosystem. With a strong focus on fostering talent and community collaboration, we are confident that this development center will significantly advance innovation across the region, create employment opportunities, and position West Bengal as a hub for IT excellence in India."
Mr. Jayesh Sanghrajka, Chief Financial Officer, Infosys, said, "This important investment in West Bengal advances our commitment to fostering innovation and empowering our workforce across India. The development center will not only drive business growth but also contribute towards enhancing the IT landscape in the state. By leveraging our rich talent pool in West Bengal, we aim to deliver cutting-edge solutions to our clients globally."
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