Mumbai: Global cybersecurity and compliance leader Proofpoint has announced the launch of a new sovereign data centre in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in its India growth strategy. This strategic move aligns with India’s evolving data compliance regulations and increasing demand for localised, human-centric cybersecurity solutions.
Starting in Q3 2025, Proofpoint will deliver its human-centric cybersecurity and compliance solutions through the new Mumbai-based data centre. The infrastructure will integrate co-located data centres with public cloud services, rolled out in phases over the next three months
“India is not just a key market for Proofpoint, but a hub of innovation, talent and opportunity,” said Sumit Dhawan, CEO, Proofpoint. “We’re investing long-term — with a sovereign data centre, local partnerships and world-class capabilities to support the region’s digital future.”
In just six months, Proofpoint has grown its workforce in India from zero to 250 and it is now on track to double its workforce in the next year, with plans to quadruple it in the next two to three years. The India centre, which employs 5,000 people worldwide, is anticipated to grow and become the company’s biggest location outside of the US.
Proofpoint’s growth in India represents more than just market penetration; given the country’s evolving regulations and growing cyberthreats, it also represents a dedication to the country’s digital resiliency. The Mumbai data centre gives the business access to India’s talent-rich environment and enables it to provide clients with scalable, reliable and compliant cybersecurity infrastructure.
