Geopolitics did not kill off India’s global capability centres; They evolved, instead!

Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India are evolving and adapting to new geopolitical changes, rather than being negatively impacted by them. Despite global uncertainties and trade tensions, GCCs leased a record 28 million sqft of office space in India in 2024, reinforcing India’s position as a resilient talent hub. These centres are diversifying talent pools, adopting multi-location delivery models, and investing in digital-first operations to reduce dependency on single geographies. According to Prakriti Jaiswal, Partner at JSA Advocates & Solicitors, GCCs are adopting a distributed approach by establishing a presence in multiple regions to reduce concentration risk and leverage global talent markets for specialized skills. This shift enables business continuity during regional disruptions and supports parent organizations more effectively. India’s strong talent pool, cost efficiency, and solid infrastructure backbone will continue to underpin GCC growth, with 60-70 new GCCs likely to be set up by year-end. Read Article