Artificial Intelligence and R&D Drive GCC Expansion Across Indian Tier‑2 Cities

The GCC model has moved beyond traditional back‑office activities to become a strategic hub for AI, analytics, research and digital transformation. Industry leaders cite India's talent pool, cost efficiency, supportive policies and robust digital infrastructure as catalysts for this shift. Looking ahead, the report highlights an "AI‑native" GCC strategy that will see nan‑scale and mid‑size centers sprouting in Tier‑2 and Tier‑3 cities under a "hub‑plus‑one" approach, shaping the next growth phase of the capability‑center ecosystem.