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Alphabet Expands in Bengaluru Amid Stricter U.S. Visa Rules

2/4/2026

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Alphabet Inc. plans a Bengaluru expansion adding 2.4 million square feet to house up to 20,000 employees, with a leased tower and options on two more in Whitefield.
The first tower could open soon, with others finishing next year.
The expansion comes amid stricter U.S. visa rules, including higher H-1B fees, potentially prompting firms to relocate to India.
India is projected to host over 2,400 global capability centers by 2030.

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Story summary

Alphabet Inc. plans a Bengaluru expansion adding 2.4 million square feet to house up to 20,000 employees, with a leased tower and options on two more in Whitefield.
The first tower could open soon, with others finishing next year.
The expansion comes amid stricter U.S. visa rules, including higher H-1B fees, potentially prompting firms to relocate to India.
India is projected to host over 2,400 global capability centers by 2030.