Andhra Pradesh Asks Capgemini to Open IT Centre in Visakhapatnam for 20,000 Jobs

Andhra Pradesh is trying to get Capgemini to open a new office in Visakhapatnam. This could create 20,000 jobs, which is a big number for the city's tech industry.
By Newsroom | Technology, Andhra Pradesh |

VISAKHAPATNAM - Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh has directly engaged Capgemini CEO Aiman Ezzat, urging the global tech firm to establish an 'IT development centre' and a 'Global Capability Centre' (GCC) in Visakhapatnam. The minister's push, articulated across multiple interactions, centers on leveraging the city's burgeoning status as an 'IT and data centre hub'.

The core of these engagements revolves around a specific ask: Capgemini to plant roots in Visakhapatnam with the potential to generate approximately '20,000 jobs'. This ambition is further bolstered by proposals for Capgemini to develop 'Emerging Technology Labs', focusing on areas like 'Artificial Intelligence', 'Cloud Computing', and 'Cybersecurity'. Discussions also included inviting the company to partner with state universities for 'digital talent pipeline creation' and to establish 'service centres for Cloud Services and BPM verticals'.

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State's Strategic Vision for Visakhapatnam

The minister's overtures highlight Visakhapatnam's evolving infrastructure, citing plans for a 'Greenfield international airport' to ensure 'global connectivity'. This narrative of development is punctuated by the observation that other major technology firms, including Cognizant and TCS, have already secured a foothold in the city. The push to bring Capgemini into the fold is framed as a means to fortify Andhra Pradesh's position as a hub for 'IT and digital innovation'.

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Further proposals included encouraging Capgemini's involvement in establishing a 'Quantum Valley' in Andhra Pradesh, and a call for collaboration with the 'Ratan Tata Innovation Hub' to mentor 'startups' in 'deep tech' and advanced digital solutions.

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Contextualizing Capgemini's Presence

Capgemini, a company founded in Paris in 1967, currently employs an estimated 340,000 individuals globally, with a significant contingent of nearly 200,000 employees in India. The minister's meetings with Capgemini leadership, including Sanjay Chaka (Capgemini India CEO) and Keshav Murugesh (WNS Global Services CEO), occurred on March 12, 2026, in Visakhapatnam. An earlier interaction involving Minister Lokesh and CEO Aiman Ezzat took place in Davos around January 23, 2026, also concerning 'large-scale technology investments' in the state.

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A recent speculation points to Capgemini potentially entering Visakhapatnam following its 'acquisition of WNS', a move perceived as strategic for enhancing its capabilities in 'AI-driven business solutions', particularly in 'generative and agentic AI' aimed at operational optimization and cost reduction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why did Andhra Pradesh minister Nara Lokesh meet with Capgemini?
Minister Nara Lokesh met with Capgemini CEO Aiman Ezzat and other leaders on March 12, 2026, in Visakhapatnam. He asked them to open an IT development centre and a Global Capability Centre in the city.
Q: What jobs could Capgemini create in Visakhapatnam?
The minister hopes that Capgemini's new centre could create around 20,000 jobs. These jobs would be in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, and Cybersecurity.
Q: What is Andhra Pradesh's plan for Visakhapatnam?
Andhra Pradesh wants to make Visakhapatnam a major hub for IT and digital innovation. They are planning a new international airport and want companies like Capgemini to help develop emerging technologies.
Q: Has Capgemini shown interest in Visakhapatnam before?
Yes, Minister Lokesh also met with CEO Aiman Ezzat in Davos around January 23, 2026, to discuss large technology investments. There is also speculation that Capgemini might enter Visakhapatnam after its recent acquisition of WNS.
Q: Why is Visakhapatnam a good place for tech companies?
Visakhapatnam is growing as an IT and data centre hub. Other big tech companies like Cognizant and TCS already have offices there. The state plans to improve global connectivity with a new airport.