Eli Lilly and Company (India) has announced the opening of its new technology and innovation site in Hyderabad; a new strategic hub for advanced digital and technology capabilities that will improve efficiency across Lilly’s global operations.
By focusing on areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), automation, cloud computing, and software product engineering, the site will contribute to solving some of the world’s most pressing health challenges while also creating growth opportunities for local talent.
Located in Gachibowli, Lilly’s Hyderabad site spans approximately 220,000 square feet across four floors within the Phoenix Equinox building. Lilly has already onboarded 100 professionals at the Hyderabad facility and plans to expand the headcount to 1,500 over the next few years.
The facility was officially inaugurated by Diogo Rau, Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Digital Officer of Eli Lilly and Company, alongside Chief Minister of Telangana, A. Revanth Reddy, and D. Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce, and Legislative Affairs, Government of Telangana. Sanjay Kumar, IAS, Special Chief Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department, was also present at the event.
A. Revanth Reddy, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Telangana, said, “We are delighted to welcome Lilly to Hyderabad’s growing life sciences ecosystem. The inauguration of this new site further reinforces the city’s position as a global hub for healthcare innovation, built on scientific excellence, skilled talent, and international collaboration. The Government of Telangana remains committed to fostering an environment where pioneering companies like Lilly can thrive and deliver meaningful impact both in India and globally.”
Lilly’s Hyderabad site will integrate advanced technology capabilities across key functions, supporting accelerated innovation, enhanced efficiency, and improved health outcomes for patients globally.
