India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched a new initiative to establish a national framework aimed at accelerating the growth of Global Capability Centres (GCCs) throughout the country. The effort is being led in partnership with industry stakeholders and is designed to extend the reach of GCCs beyond major urban hubs into tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
Announced in line with the Union Budget 2025’s focus on promoting GCCs in emerging regions, the initiative seeks to provide strategic guidance to state governments on improving infrastructure, talent availability, and regulatory policies. The framework also aims to simplify processes such as building regulations and foster stronger collaboration between government bodies and the private sector.
According to MeitY Secretary S. Krishnan, the framework is intended to support states in crafting their own localized policies to attract and retain GCC investments. It will also address industry feedback regarding regulatory hurdles, enabling a more business-friendly environment across regions.
This move is expected to reduce pressure on metro cities by creating employment opportunities in smaller towns, ultimately stimulating regional economic growth and technological advancement. The decentralized approach could also help curb migration to larger cities by generating high-skilled jobs locally.
Industry reports suggest India currently hosts over 1,700 GCCs, serving sectors such as aerospace, automotive, defense, manufacturing, and healthcare. The number is projected to rise to more than 2,100 by 2030, with the market expected to reach between $99 billion and $105 billion, and employment reaching up to 2.8 million professionals.
The new framework is poised to act as a strategic guide, supporting India’s ambition to become a global leader in high-value technology and innovation-driven services, while ensuring inclusive and regionally balanced growth.
