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Key Points

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Cloud computing provides storage, software and processing power over the internet.

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Megh Raj 2.0 offers infrastructure, platform and software services to government departments.

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India had 30 cloud service providers, both Indian and international, by September 2026.

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Data centre capacity reached 1.57 gigawatts in 2026 and aims for 8 gigawatts by 2030.

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FutureSkills PRIME program has trained over 3.4 million people in emerging technologies.

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Summary

The cloud lets schools, hospitals and businesses store data online without buying their own servers.

The Megh Raj program, started by the government, helps build and manage these cloud resources.

New data centres are appearing in many Indian cities, increasing the country’s computing power.

Training programs are teaching millions of people how to work with cloud and smart computer technology.

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New Words to Learn

7 words
infrastructure
the big machines and connections that let computers work together
gigawatt
a huge amount of electricity used to run many computers
service provider
a company that gives cloud or internet services to other groups
platform
a base that lets developers create and run apps
software
programs that tell computers what to do
training program
a course that teaches people new skills
emerging technologies
new kinds of technology that are just becoming popular
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