Sunil Gupta
Sunil Gupta, popularly known as the ‘Data Center Man of India,’ stands at the forefront of India’s data center and artificial intelligence (AI) revolutions. An alumnus of Columbia University and NIT Kurukshetra, Sunil’s 30+ year industry tenure is marked by visionary leadership and relentless innovation, significantly advancing India’s digital infrastructure and AI capabilities. His groundbreaking contributions have earned him a place in Data Economy’s APAC 50 list, recognizing him as one of the Global 100 most influential personalities shaping the future of global data centers, cloud markets, and AI technologies.
Sunil’s outstanding contributions have also earned him a place on the cover of Forbes India magazine, and he has been featured in Outlook Business’ Changemakers list for 2024, which recognizes individuals who have changed the world for the better. He was also honored with the prestigious AI Leader of the Year award at the 15th Digital Transformation Conclave and Awards 2024.
At Yotta Data Services, Sunil has redefined digital transformation by offering a comprehensive suite of services, including AI services, data center hosting, cloud computing, managed IT, application modernization, connectivity, and cybersecurity. Yotta’s hyperscale data centers in Navi Mumbai (the world’s second-largest Uptime certified Tier IV DC), Greater Noida, & GIFT City, Gujarat showcase the company’s commitment to unmatched scale and excellence under his leadership.
Sunil’s vision extends far beyond data centers. At Yotta, he is leading the charge in advancing India’s AI ecosystem, creating solutions that enable businesses to adopt AI seamlessly. Under his leadership, Yotta is heavily investing in AI-ready infrastructure and cutting-edge platforms to empower enterprises, start-ups, and research institutions with the latest in AI technologies.
He is also spearheading a groundbreaking collaboration with NVIDIA for the Shakti Cloud platform, a state-of-the-art AI/HPC supercomputer powered by NVIDIA’s latest-generation GPUs. This platform is designed to democratize access to AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC), offering research labs, start-ups and enterprises the tools to innovate and grow on a pay-per-use model. The initiative is a game-changer, enabling industries across domains—such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and education—to leverage AI to develop transformative solutions.
Sunil is also driving the expansion of Yntraa Cloud, India’s first home-grown open source hyperscale Public Cloud platform. Fully engineered within the country, Yntraa Cloud reflects Sunil’s commitment to building a sovereign digital ecosystem, delivering cost-effective, scalable, and intuitive cloud solutions.
The dual launches of Yntraa Cloud and Shakti Cloud, along with Yotta’s state-of-the-art AI-ready infrastructure, data center campuses, and managed IT services, mark a pivotal shift in both Sunil’s career and Yotta’s trajectory. These milestones position him not only as a pioneer in the data center domain but also as a leading figure in AI innovation, driving India’s journey toward becoming a global leader in technology.
Sunil is also an active angel investor. His involvement with the CIO Angel Network (CAN) highlights his commitment to nurturing start-ups specializing in technology. As the Chairman of the ASSOCHAM National Council on Data Centers and the CII Cloud Summit, and a member of NASSCOM’s Western India Regional Council, Economic Times India Leadership Council, and IMA CEO Forum, Sunil’s influence extends across the IT services industry. A sought-after speaker, Sunil also actively shares insights at major industry events, championing the integration of AI and extending his influence across the IT Services industry.