Rising GCC Footprint Fuels India’s Ascent as a Global Technology Leader

By Pinkesh Kotecha, CMD – Ishan Technologies

Over the years, Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in India have evolved far beyond their initial role as back-office support units. Once considered mere captives, these centers have now transformed into strategic innovation hubs, playing a pivotal role in product development, technology advancement, and large-scale digital transformation.

The Indian government is actively supporting GCC expansion through initiatives like the ₹10,000 crore Deep Tech Fund, the ₹500 crore Centre of Excellence in AI for Education, and the National Framework for GCCs in Tier-2 cities. Investments in Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and public-private partnership (PPP) broadband expansion are further strengthening the digital backbone necessary for scalable GCC operations.

Today, GCCs are architecting the future of AI, cloud computing, and enterprise security for global businesses. With their increasing focus on high-value, technology-driven functions, the demand for scalable digital infrastructure, secure cloud environments, and next-gen ...