Amazon's masterplan: $35B India investment by 2030 for startups, AI

• Amazon plans to invest $35 billion (approx. ₹31.5 lakh crore) in India by 2030, adding to its $40 billion investment over the past 15 years.
• The company aims to create 3.8 million new jobs (direct and indirect) by 2030, expanding its fulfillment centers, warehousing, and delivery networks.
• Amazon has already connected 1 crore small businesses digitally and facilitated $20 billion in exports through Indian sellers.
• A significant portion of the new investment will focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and digital tools to enhance services.
• India is considered a strategic hub for Amazon, contributing to the country's digital economy, exports, and job creation.

Why It Matters: Amazon's $35B investment will drive India's digital growth and create millions of jobs.