Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani has announced an ambitious plan for the future, stating that Jio Platforms, in collaboration with Reliance, will invest ₹10 Lakh Crore in AI over the next seven years, starting from 2026. The announcement was made during the ‘India AI Impact Summit 2026’, where Ambani emphasized the goal of making AI more accessible and affordable for all, mirroring the telecom giant’s success in democratizing internet connectivity.
Ambani stressed that this investment is not about chasing valuations but rather about building long-term economic value and strategic resilience. He highlighted Jio’s track record in making mobile and broadband data affordable in India and its pivotal role in fostering the digital infrastructure and startup ecosystem.
With a focus on reducing the cost of intelligence, Jio’s vision is to connect every aspect of Indian society to the intelligence era. The company plans to enhance India’s computing capabilities by establishing multi-gigawatt scale data centers, with the first one already underway in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This center is expected to reach a capacity of 120 GW by the latter half of 2026.
Ambani’s plan positions Jio as a key player in driving India towards a more intelligent future, emphasizing the importance of self-reliance in intelligence. By investing heavily in AI infrastructure, Jio and Reliance aim to empower various sectors of the economy, social development initiatives, and government services with cutting-edge technology.
Source: Inc42 Media