New Delhi, Feb. 23 -- India could emerge as a major data centre hub in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region if it addresses power supply and grid challenges linked to rapid digital and AI-led growth, according to a report by Deloitte.

Debasish Mishra, Chief Growth Officer, Deloitte South Asia, speaking on the report brought out at the recently-concluded India AI Impact Summit, said India accounts for nearly 20 per cent of global data consumption but hosts less than 5 per cent of the world's data centres, indicating significant scope for expansion, PTI reported.

He noted, "India has a rare structural opportunity to rise as one of the world's leading data centre hubs, powered by its cost competitiveness, deep talent and rapidly expanding renewa...