By:- Garima Bharadwaj, Co-founder & CTO, Enlite Research

Tech‑stack exemptions for data centres are a pragmatic move, reducing capex by 10–15 % and helping India reach ~4.5 GW capacity sooner, while expanding green‑certified facilities. Broader Budget 2026 measures — including a record ₹12.2 lakh crore infrastructure capex, a ₹40,000 crore electronics components scheme, and a ₹20,000 crore carbon capture push — will accelerate Make‑in‑India manufacturing, smart energy systems, and industrial decarbonisation. Across urban assets, real-time data, automation, and analytics will turn sustainability intent into measurable operational and climate impact.