Infosys Opens New Development Centre In Kolkata
Aligned with Infosys’ environmental, social, and governance commitments and green building standards, the centre is designed to be environmentally friendly and energy efficient.
Infosys Ltd. has inaugurated its new development centre in Kolkata, West Bengal. The centre will enable employees to work on advance technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence, and digital across a range of industries, including manufacturing, logistics, financial services, energy and utilities.
The 320,000 sq. ft. facility with an investment of over Rs 426 crore is designed to accommodate over 4,000 employees in a hybrid working model, Infosys said in a media release.
The centre was inaugurated by Chief Minister of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee, in the presence of Babul Supriyo, minister-in-charge, information technology and electronics, Government of West Bengal, along with senior officers of the state government and Infosys leadership.
“The inauguration of Infosys’ Kolkata Development Centre is a hallmark investment in West Bengal, and we congratulate Infosys for its steadfast commitment in strengthening the state’s IT ecosystem,” said Banerjee.
Aligned with Infosys’ environmental, social, and governance commitments and green building standards, the centre is designed to be environmentally friendly and energy efficient. It incorporates features like low-energy cooling, smart building automation, rainwater harvesting, and wastewater recycling. The facility will also be enabled with amenities such as flexible workstations, training facilities, and wellness centres, Infosys said.
“This important investment in West Bengal advances our commitment to fostering innovation and empowering our workforce across India. The development centre will not only drive business growth but also contribute towards enhancing the IT landscape in the state," said Jayesh Sanghrajka, chief financial officer, Infosys.
