Amazon Commits 35 Billion Dollars to India: AI, Jobs, Growth

Economy

Updated on Dec - 10 - 2025, 06:46 AM

In a bold vote of confidence in India’s digital future, global e-commerce and tech giant Amazon on Wednesday announced it will invest over US$ 35 billion into its Indian operations by 2030. This massive commitment builds on the nearly $40 billion the company has already committed since entering the Indian market. 

According to the company, the fresh investment will be channelled across three strategic pillars: artificial-intelligence driven digitisation, boosting exports, and creating employment. Amazon aims to use AI to empower millions of small businesses, simplify logistics, and expand its technological infrastructure efforts that align closely with India’s broader digital and economic ambitions. 

An important part of the plan focuses on the thousands of small and medium businesses (SMBs) across the country, many of which rely on Amazon’s platform to reach broader markets. Over the years, Amazon has already onboarded over 12 million small businesses, enabling about $20 billion in cumulative exports. The new investment aims to turbo-charge this growth.

But the vision isn’t limited to business alone Amazon also plans big investments in job creation. By 2030, the company expects to generate up to 1 million new jobs across direct, indirect, seasonal, and induced forms. This would be a major boon, particularly given India’s youthful workforce and rising aspirations.

Beyond e-commerce and export ambitions, Amazon’s AI strategy is set to transform how everyday Indians shop, sell, and learn. The company envisions AI-powered tools that can help sellers create product listings, run ads, and manage inventory more efficiently; consumers could benefit from smarter suggestions, multilingual support, and easier shopping experiences. 

Moreover, Amazon plans to contribute to digital education in India launching initiatives aimed at offering AI literacy and opportunities to school students, aligning with national priorities around skill development and technological inclusion. 

This renewed investment underscores a larger trend: global tech giants doubling down on India, betting heavily on its expanding internet base, youthful population, and rising acceptance of digital commerce. For Amazon, the $35 billion pledge is more than just business expansion it’s a long-term bet on India’s potential to lead the next wave of digital and economic growth. As the country continues to evolve, Amazon appears ready to grow with it investing not only in infrastructure and business, but also in opportunities for millions of Indians.