**Maharashtra Partners with ANSR to Develop India’s First Global Capability Centre City in Navi Mumbai**
In a landmark move to strengthen Maharashtra’s position as a hub for global enterprises, the state government on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with ANSR, a leading GCC-establishing firm, to develop India’s first Global Capability Centre (GCC) city in Navi Mumbai. This pact was finalised just days after the state cabinet approved its new GCC policy.
**What are GCCs?**
Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are wholly-owned offshore hubs set up by multinational companies (MNCs) to execute strategic, technical, and operational functions in talent-rich destinations. Moving beyond traditional cost-saving models, GCCs now focus on driving innovation, creating intellectual property, and strengthening global operations.
**Maharashtra’s Vision for the GCC City**
The upcoming Navi Mumbai GCC City is envisioned as a premier global destination where enterprises can establish, scale, and innovate through their GCCs. The city will boast cutting-edge infrastructure, foster a robust ecosystem for innovation, and attract large-scale global investments into Maharashtra.
Under the MoU, ANSR will be responsible for conceptualising, designing, and investing in the construction of the GCC City. Meanwhile, the Maharashtra government will provide critical infrastructure and policy-level support. This includes land allocation, inter-departmental coordination, and facilitators to improve ease of doing business under the new GCC policy.
**ANSR’s Role in the Project**
ANSR, which has already established 175 GCCs across India, Eastern Europe, and Southeast Asia, will spearhead the development project in Navi Mumbai. The firm aims to attract global enterprises from diverse sectors, generate employment opportunities for Maharashtra’s skilled workforce, and accelerate AI-driven innovation and enterprise transformation.
**Industry Reaction**
Lalit Ahuja, founder and CEO of ANSR, commented on the partnership:
“Maharashtra has long established itself as a GCC powerhouse, with Mumbai and Pune already serving as mature hubs for global enterprises. This MoU marks a huge leap forward in shaping the future of GCCs in India. Maharashtra’s AI-ready talent will be pivotal in powering the next wave of GCC growth.”
This collaboration underscores Maharashtra’s commitment to enhancing its global business ecosystem and positioning itself at the forefront of innovation-led growth.
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