Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella is preparing for his second visit to India in December 2025, following his earlier trip this year. During this visit, Nadella will address two major conferences centered on artificial intelligence in Bengaluru and Mumbai, while also meeting with senior government officials and leading enterprise clients in New Delhi. His itinerary demonstrates Microsoft’s commitment to deepening its relationship with India’s fast-evolving technology landscape, especially in areas like AI and cloud computing.
This strategic visit builds on the $3 billion investment that Nadella announced earlier in January, aiming to enhance AI capabilities, strengthen cloud infrastructure, and build partnerships across India’s academic and industrial sectors. Initiatives include training 500,000 individuals in AI-related skills by 2026 and collaborating with organizations to boost rural innovation and digital transformation.
The Indian market is experiencing rapid technology adoption, making it a crucial region for Microsoft’s global growth. Popular AI assistants including Microsoft Copilot, OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Grok by Elon Musk, are widely used, particularly in business and enterprise sectors. Meanwhile, Google has also announced a $15 billion investment to build a new AI data center in Andhra Pradesh.
Nadella’s trip comes amidst ongoing Indo-U.S. discussions over tech and trade policies. India’s government is actively encouraging adoption of domestic software alternatives, further accelerating competition among global tech giants. Microsoft’s efforts are closely aligned with India’s push toward local skill development, entrepreneurship, and digital leadership.
Nadella will also meet with Microsoft’s Indian workforce, comprising over 20,000 employees across 10 cities. His presence and engagement emphasize Microsoft’s long-term vision for fostering innovation and growth in the Indian technology ecosystem.
