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We have already commenced building AI infrastructure in Jamnagar, and we want to complete it in true Jamnagar style … in record time — 24 months, says RIL Director Akash Ambani.
He was speaking at an event marking the 25th anniversary of Reliance’s first refinery in Jamnagar.
Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) Director Akash Ambani has announced an ambitious plan to transform Jamnagar, Gujarat, into a global leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure within 24 months. The announcement was made during the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Reliance’s first refinery in Jamnagar.
Speaking at the event, Akash Ambani shared his vision for Jamnagar’s future: “We have already commenced building AI infrastructure in Jamnagar, and we want to complete it in true Jamnagar style … in record time — 24 months. This will make Jamnagar not only a leader in AI infrastructure but also place it among the top-ranked in the world.”
The milestone event was attended by his siblings, Isha Ambani-Piramal and Anant Ambani, along with employees and their families. Akash Ambani reaffirmed Reliance’s commitment to growth and emphasized Jamnagar’s pivotal role in the company’s legacy, calling it a “jewel of the RIL family.”
Honouring Jamnagar’s Legacy
Isha Ambani-Piramal, also a director at RIL, reflected on the refinery’s legacy and her grandfather Dhirubhai Ambani’s vision: “Today, as we celebrate 25 years of Jamnagar, I feel my grandfather’s presence and miss him dearly. This was his cherished dream, a vision that lived in his heart. He would have been so proud to see what Jamnagar has become today.”
She also highlighted the contributions of her father, Mukesh Ambani, in fulfilling this vision: “This is my father, Shri Mukesh Bhai Ambani, a man of vision, a man of resilience, and a man of determination. For him, there is no greater duty than Reliance.”
A Refinery of Global Significance
Since its inauguration on December 28, 1999, the Jamnagar refinery has played a crucial role in RIL’s growth. Over the past 25 years, it has evolved into one of the most advanced refineries in the world, housing state-of-the-art facilities such as the Fluidised Catalytic Cracker (FCC), Coker, Alkylation, Paraxylene, Polypropylene, Refinery Off-Gas Cracker (ROGC), and Petcoke gasification plants.
With the addition of cutting-edge AI infrastructure, Jamnagar is set to reinforce its position as a key asset in Reliance’s journey toward innovation and global leadership.
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