Databricks to Invest Over $250 Million in India For AI Expansion

Chennai: Databricks on Thursday announced a strategic investment of over $250 million in India over the next three years to accelerate innovation in data and artificial intelligence (AI).

The investment, announced ahead of its flagship Mumbai Data Intelligence Day event, will support training and enablement, research and development (R&D), and go-to-market resources, including increasing headcount by more than 50% to over 750 local employees at the end of this fiscal year. This underscores Databricks’ long-term vision for India as a key market for AI-driven transformation, reinforcing the company’s commitment to fostering India’s thriving data and AI ecosystem.

Databricks has also launched the India Data + AI Academy, a pioneering initiative designed to equip the Indian workforce with advanced data and AI skills. The academy aims to train 500,000 partners and customers in India over the next three years. Through a comprehensive training program in data, analytics and AI, the academy allows learners to take the courses at their own pace with AI-powered tutors and hands-on labs. The academy will empower professionals to maximize the value of their Databricks solutions, enhance productivity, and drive innovation. Professionals completing this program will obtain Databricks certifications and accreditations. With an increasing demand for AI talent, the academy is poised to meet the demands for advanced data and AI skill sets.

Databricks recently opened its new Bengaluru R&D office, reiterating the company's commitment to innovation and its rapid growth trajectory in the country. The 105,000-square-foot state-of-the-art workspace at Bagmane Capital Park is designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and connection for Databricks and its customers and partners in the region.