Yotta Data Services, a leading digital transformation service provider from India, and BLC Holdings Pvt Ltd, a prominent company in Nepal, have come together to embark on a groundbreaking initiative. They have officially sealed a deal to construct a cutting-edge data center facility in Ramkot, situated close to Kathmandu, during the Nepal Investment Summit (NIS) 2024.
The proposed data center, christened “K1,” is set to revolutionize Nepal’s IT landscape as it will be the country’s premier supercloud data center. K1 aims to offer a comprehensive suite of services, including Cloud computing, managed IT solutions, and Cybersecurity services, catering to the diverse needs of enterprises, hyperscale customers, and government organizations.
This state-of-the-art facility, built to Tier III standards, prioritizes reliability, scalability, and security. Featuring a modular design, K1 promises industry-leading uptime, flexibility, and scalability for its clients. Moreover, it adheres to stringent environmental and energy efficiency standards mandated by ISO 14000 and ISO 50000.
In terms of power infrastructure, the data center boasts robust systems supported by dual high-voltage substations. It also provides carrier-neutral services with multiple fiber entry paths, ensuring resilient connectivity options for its clientele. Additionally, K1 prioritizes information security and data privacy, aligning with ISO 27000, PCI-DSS, and SOC2/3 standards.
Sunil Gupta, the Co-Founder & CEO of Yotta Data Services, expressed confidence in the venture’s prospects in Nepal. He affirmed their dedication to deploying cutting-edge technologies while upholding regulatory requirements.
Megha Chaudhary, the Managing Director of BLC, underscored the transformative potential of K1 for Nepal’s ICT sector. She highlighted its ability to stimulate local and global economic growth, generate employment opportunities, and elevate Nepal’s stature in the global tech arena.
With a substantial investment exceeding multi-million dollars, the construction of the K1 data center is slated to commence within the next 24 months, signaling a significant leap forward in Nepal’s digital infrastructure development.
