Infopark Kochi has started its third phase of development to create Kerala’s first ‘Integrated AI Township.’ The project took off after Infopark and the Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) signed an agreement on September 29, in the presence of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
The project aims to attract global tech companies and GCCs (Global Capability Centres), bringing around ₹25,000 crore in investment and creating 200,000 direct jobs and twice as many indirect jobs.
Phase 3 will cover over 300 acres in Ernakulam’s high-tech area and use a land-pooling model. This means small parcels of land will be combined with owners’ consent to form larger plots, avoiding the delays of traditional land acquisition. GCDA will identify the land, and Infopark will develop it into a modern township with offices, homes, and public facilities.
How the Project Will Progress
- Feasibility studies and surveys
- Stakeholder consultations
- Master planning and detailed project reports
- GCDA leads land-pooling; Infopark owns the project and develops infrastructure
- Costs of land-pooling and development are covered by Infopark
What Makes the AI Township Special
Phase 3 is designed as more than an IT park—it’s a smart, sustainable township. Key features:
- Carbon Negative: AI-managed clean energy
- Water Positive: Rainwater harvesting and recycling
- Zero Waste: AI-based waste management
- Connected: Linked to Kochi’s transport network
- Inclusive: Accessible to everyone
- Safe: 24/7 AI security
- Smart City: AI to manage traffic, services, and utilities
The township will have offices, residential areas, schools, hospitals, malls, sports and cultural facilities, lakes, and open spaces. AI will be used in all sectors, including education, healthcare, retail, and agriculture.
The project will move forward only after 75% of landowners agree. GCDA has already started discussions with them. Phase 4 of Infopark is also in progress, making Kochi a growing hub for IT and technology companies.
