New Delhi, February 23 (IANS). Giant American company Amazon on Monday announced the opening of its second largest office in Asia in Bengaluru.
The 12-storey complex is spread over 11 lakh square feet and will cater to more than 7,000 employees across e-commerce, operations, payments, technology and seller services in India, the company said in a statement.
Karnataka Small and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development Minister M.B. Inaugurating the building, Patil said, “Amazon’s continued investment in Bengaluru reflects India’s growing role as a global technology and innovation hub. Large campuses like Amazon’s new campus create high-quality jobs, strengthen local ecosystems and support India’s digital economy. We welcome investments that build long-term capacity and create opportunities for our workforce.”
The launch of this new campus is part of Amazon’s continued investment in India. Amazon has already invested more than $40 billion in India and has committed to invest an additional $35 billion by 2030.
The campus is located 15 km from Kempegowda International Airport and has been designed to bring teams together and promote collaboration, flexibility, learning and well-being, the company said.
Sameer Kumar, Country Manager, Amazon India, said, “For the past several years, the city has been home to some of our early technology and business teams, and today it continues to be a leading hub of innovation and talent.”
Exclusive recreational amenities are available to employees, including basketball and pickleball courts, an amphitheater, lush lawns and community outdoor spaces.
The American company said that the cafeteria, located on two floors, serves a wide range of global cuisine.
The company further said that the project includes strategies such as responsible material sourcing, re-use of office assets and high-efficiency systems, which aim to reduce carbon emissions and operational carbon emissions.
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