On February 19, Google announced the grand opening of Ananta, its fourth and latest campus in Bengaluru. This cutting-edge facility is also one of the company's largest offices worldwide, underscoring Google's continued commitment to India.
Located in Mahadevapura, East Bengaluru, the Ananta campus is a symbol of Google’s deep investment in India. The tech giant has poured billions of dollars into the Indian market to connect millions of people and businesses online.
The launch of Ananta marks a significant step in Google’s efforts to enhance its presence in the region, aligning with the country’s growing role in the global tech ecosystem.
Spanning an impressive 1.6 million square feet, Ananta has the capacity to accommodate over 5,000 employees. The design of the office embraces innovation, sustainability, and accessibility, making it a futuristic workplace.
Notable design features include:
Neighbourhood-style workspaces that foster collaboration while offering private spaces for focused work.
A central gathering area called Sabha, designed to encourage interaction and engagement among employees.
Tactile flooring for the visually impaired, promoting inclusivity and accessibility.
Walking and jogging paths, providing spaces for casual meetings and relaxation.
Google’s Ananta campus is built with sustainability in mind. The facility incorporates:
One of India’s largest installations of electro-chromic glass, which adapts to light conditions and enhances energy efficiency.
A sculpted, fluid facade, designed to optimize airflow and temperature control.
100% wastewater recycling, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
Rainwater harvesting systems, capable of collecting hundreds of liters of water for reuse.
These initiatives reflect Google’s broader global mission to achieve carbon neutrality and promote eco-friendly workplace solutions.
The Ananta campus will house teams from various Google units, including:
Android
Search
Google Pay
Google Cloud
Google Maps
Google Play
Google DeepMind
By bringing together diverse teams under one roof, Google aims to foster innovation and cross-functional collaboration, further strengthening its product offerings in India and beyond.
With over a billion users, India is the largest market for Google’s products, making it a crucial region for the company’s future growth. Google has been ramping up its engineering and product development presence in India to tailor its services to the local audience.
In 2024, Google also shifted multiple technical and engineering roles from the United States to India, reflecting the country’s growing significance in the company’s global strategy.
Currently, Google employs over 10,000 people in India, making it one of the company’s largest workforces outside the United States. In addition to Bengaluru, Google has offices in:
Gurugram
Hyderabad
Mumbai
Pune
The expansion of its presence in India underscores Google’s long-term commitment to the region’s digital ecosystem.
Senior Google executives have emphasized the strategic importance of Ananta in driving innovation and supporting India’s digital transformation.
Anand Rangarajan, Vice President at Google DeepMind, and Sunil Rao, Vice President of Global Delivery at Google Cloud India, highlighted the campus's role in strengthening partnerships and addressing complex challenges in the tech industry.
“For Google, India has always represented a very special opportunity—not just to reach millions of users within the country but also to shape global products with Indian ingenuity,” they stated.
They further emphasized that Ananta will accelerate Google's mission to develop world-class products, support businesses, and drive digital transformation in India and beyond.
Conclusion: A Vision for the Future
The unveiling of Ananta in Bengaluru marks a new chapter in Google’s journey in India. With cutting-edge technology, sustainable infrastructure, and a focus on collaboration, the campus is poised to drive the next phase of innovation for Google and the broader tech community.
As Google continues to deepen its roots in India, the Ananta campus stands as a testament to the company’s vision of building with and for India, shaping the future of technology on a global scale.