Wipro, a renowned IT giant, has recently unveiled plans for expanding its presence in Visakhapatnam, closely following the footsteps of Infosys, another major player in the region. This initiative, termed ‘Project Lavender,’ marks a significant milestone in Wipro’s journey, signaling a strategic move to bolster its operations in the vibrant city.
With an aim to augment its current workforce, Wipro intends to scale up its employee count to approximately 1,000 professionals, thereby contributing to the progressive growth of the local IT industry. The development aligns with the broader context of Andhra Pradesh, which has primarily seen IT firms engaging in limited business management processes and backend operations.
Consequently, the state’s share in the overall IT exports of the country has been relatively modest over the past few years, emphasizing the potential transformative impact of Wipro’s expansion. The recent groundbreaking ceremony for the Adani Data Centre Park in Visakhapatnam further underlines the city’s burgeoning status as an emerging IT hub, prompting a wave of optimism among professionals like B Haribabu, who anticipate a surge in opportunities and a potential shift in the dynamics of the IT landscape in the region.
