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Google and Meta plan massive Vizag data centers but power grid is not ready yet

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Published on 24 April 2026
Google and Meta plan massive Vizag data centers but power grid is not ready yet

A power bottleneck is looming as demand spikes

Google and Meta are reportedly building large data centres in Vizag, but questions are rising over whether the local power grid can handle the load. As hyperscale demand approaches, planners and utilities must align upgrades, timelines, and capacity—before growth turns into grid strain and costly delays for everyone involved.

  • Google and Meta are expanding data centre capacity in Vizag
  • The power grid upgrade timeline may lag behind new demand
  • Rising electricity needs could create bottlenecks and delays
  • Coordination between developers and utilities is becoming critical
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