Google has launched ‘Ananta,’ a massive 1.6 million square foot office in Mahadevapura, Bengaluru, designed by Bagmane Tech Park. This facility, named after the Sanskrit word for “infinite,” accommodates over 5,000 employees and features a city-grid layout with team neighborhoods and a central gathering space. Sustainability is prioritized, with smart glass installations, wastewater recycling, and rainwater harvesting. The campus includes landscaped areas and accessible amenities. Marking 20 years in India, Google aims to enhance digital transformation through AI initiatives. Ananta symbolizes Google’s commitment to supporting technological advancements in vital sectors like farming, healthcare, and finance in India.
Google has officially opened ‘Ananta,’ one of its largest offices globally, located in Mahadevapura, Bengaluru. The facility spans 1.6 million square feet and was developed by Bagmane Tech Park over six years, with customizations tailored for the tech giant completed in just 11 months. This new office can house over 5,000 employees, marking a significant growth as Google currently employs around 10,000 individuals in India.
About Ananta, Google’s Bengaluru Office
The name “Ananta” translates to “infinite” or “limitless” in Sanskrit. Each floor is designed with a city-grid layout featuring team-oriented “neighbourhoods” and a central gathering area designed like an amphitheater, known as Sabha.
Emphasizing sustainability, the campus includes one of India’s largest installations of smart glass to minimize energy consumption, recycles 100 percent of its wastewater, and incorporates rainwater harvesting systems.
Drawing inspiration from Bengaluru’s lush greenery, it offers landscaped areas, walking and jogging trails, along with the ‘Aranya’ forest, which also serves as a sound barrier. The construction is made using locally sourced materials.
The campus features new tactile flooring for visually impaired individuals to assist with navigation, as well as accessible facilities and braille information.
Google’s Expanding Influence in India
As Google celebrates 20 years in India, it has been instrumental in driving digital transformation through AI-led initiatives including flood forecasting, early detection of tuberculosis, and enhancing financial inclusion with Google Pay. Ananta is a crucial component of this mission, focused on bolstering Google’s efforts both in India and globally.
“With India embarking on an ambitious technological journey for its citizens, Google has proudly partnered in this endeavor over the past two decades. The opening of the Ananta campus in Bengaluru signifies a major milestone in our journey, as we witness a technological shift powered by AI,” stated Preeti Lobana, Vice President and Country Manager, Google India, according to news agency ANI.
Google aims to extend the reach of AI to more businesses and individuals, ensuring its contributions to vital sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, and finance, she noted.
She emphasized the importance of collaborating closely with Indian researchers and startups to foster innovation. Moreover, Google plans to enhance the practicality of its products and assist individuals in acquiring essential skills to navigate this AI-driven transformation, Ms. Lobana added.