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Will Union Budget 2026 send a 'green' signal to data centres?

India's Union Budget 2026 aims to boost data centre capacity with incentives like subsidised land and tax holidays. However, the article questions if sustainability can match this rapid growth, highlighting the sector's high power and water consumption. Experts urge targeted incentives for green technologies and renewable energy to ensure environmentally responsible expansion.

25 Jan 2026 3:53 pm