Gujarat launches its first data centre policy in Gandhinagar, with Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announcing targets for private investment and capacity growth. According to the policy, the state aims to attract ₹6 lakh crore in investment and build up to 7.5 GW of data centre capacity. The policy includes both fiscal and non-fiscal support designed to reduce operating costs and address infrastructure needs specific to the sector. Measures described across sources include a capital subsidy, interest subsidy, power tariff support, reimbursement of State GST (SGST), and electricity duty reimbursement. The policy also provides exemptions related to stamp duty and registration charges. Because data centres often require assured water supply for cooling, the framework includes financial assistance for captive desalination plants, intended to meet high water requirements. Overall, the policy package is structured to lower upfront and recurring costs for developers while supporting complementary utilities such as desalination, reflecting an effort to accelerate the sector’s expansion in Gujarat.