Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister for Science & Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh on Thursday laid the foundation stone and performed the Bhumi Pujan for a state-of-the-art Green Data Centre in Sahibabad, Ghaziabad. The project, a collaboration between Central Electronics Limited (CEL), a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Science & Technology, and ESDS, involves an investment of approximately ₹1,000 crore and boasts a 30 MW capacity.
Dr. Jitendra Singh described the data centre as a pivotal step in India’s journey toward becoming a self-reliant global digital power. The facility is designed with sustainability at its core, incorporating energy-efficient technologies, renewable energy sources, and eco-friendly practices to minimize environmental impact. It will feature a scalable infrastructure capable of supporting 200 high-density racks per floor, adhering to Tier III/TIA/Uptime-compliant standards for high availability and resilience. Equipped with a 40 Gbps ring fibre network and dual 10 Gbps links for cloud integration and disaster recovery, the centre will also include rainwater harvesting, reflective roofing, and smart cooling systems to enhance energy efficiency.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised CEL for its pioneering contributions to solar photovoltaic technology, noting its role in delivering solar-based electricity solutions to tribal and remote areas of Uttar Pradesh. He highlighted CEL’s broader impact beyond defence, including advancements in digital literacy and railway safety, which have strengthened critical infrastructure and supported inclusive growth across the state.
Dr. Jitendra Singh recalled CEL’s historic legacy, established in 1974 to commercialize indigenous technologies. He noted its introduction of India’s first solar cell in 1977, well ahead of global recognition of solar energy’s potential. Despite facing a severe financial crisis that nearly led to disinvestment, CEL achieved a remarkable turnaround through a public-private partnership model, earning “Mini Ratna” status last year. The minister also underscored CEL’s contributions to strategic sectors, particularly its radars for the Akash Missile System, which played a critical role during Operation Sindhoor. CEL’s innovations extend to defence, railways, and solar sectors, making it a trusted name in innovation-led manufacturing.
The Green Data Centre is expected to attract startups, enterprises, and government agencies, while generating skilled jobs and fostering local innovation. Dr. Singh also announced the establishment of a Biotechnology Industrial Park in Lucknow and a Startup Conclave in Uttar Pradesh post-Independence Day, reinforcing the state’s growing status as an innovation hub. He thanked CM Yogi Adityanath for his support in promoting science and innovation, citing his role in inaugurating the Central Administrative Tribunal building in Lucknow.
Highlighting India’s advancements in science and technology, Dr. Singh cited CSIR-NBRI’s development of a 108-petal lotus, the Palampur Institute’s out-of-season tulips offered during the Ram Temple consecration, and the Surya Tilak phenomenon enabled by precise astronomical engineering. He also noted the Department of Atomic Energy’s faecal sludge treatment plants at this year’s Kumbh Mela, which processed 1.5 million tonnes of waste, ensuring hygiene at the world’s largest human gathering.
Dr. Singh emphasized the vision of “Viksit Bharat @2047,” calling for collaborative efforts between government and private sectors to unlock India’s potential through science, technology, and innovation.
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