Amazon to Create 1 Million Jobs in India by 2030; Announces $35 Billion Investment Despite Global Layoffs

Amazon has announced a major commitment to India, promising to create 1 million new jobs by 2030 while investing $35 billion in the country’s digital, manufacturing, and export ecosystem. This comes even as the company undertakes significant layoffs globally.

Amid Layoffs, Amazon Announces Massive Hiring Plan in India: 1 Million Jobs by 2030

Amid global layoffs affecting nearly 14,000 employees, Amazon has made one of its biggest-ever announcements for India. The company has revealed that it will create 1 million new job opportunities in India by 2030.

This announcement was made during the Amazon Smbhav Summit held in New Delhi, where the company also shared its roadmap for future investments in the country. According to Amazon, the job creation target will include direct, indirect, seasonal, and support-industry jobs.

$35 Billion Investment in India by 2030 — On Top of the $40 Billion Already Invested

Amazon has confirmed that it will invest $35 billion (approximately ₹3.14 lakh crore) in India by 2030. This will be in addition to the $40 billion the company has already invested since entering the Indian market in 2010.

This announcement comes at a time when Microsoft has also committed an investment of ₹1.5 lakh crore in India, highlighting that global tech giants see India as a significant growth hub for the future.

Investment Focus Areas: AI, Exports, and Job Creation

Amazon stated that its upcoming investment will focus on three major areas:

• AI-driven digital transformation

• Boosting Indian exports

• Creating new employment opportunities

According to the company, this investment will strengthen India’s digital and manufacturing ecosystem. Over the years, Amazon has built fulfilment centers, transport networks, digital payment systems, data centers, and cloud infrastructure that have helped millions of small businesses come online.

Supported 2.8 Million Jobs in 2024 — Major Contribution to Digital India

A report by Keystone Strategy, presented at the summit, revealed that Amazon supported 2.8 million employment opportunities in India in 2024, including direct, indirect, and seasonal jobs.

The company also stated that it has helped over 12 million small businesses across India digitize their operations and has enabled over $20 billion in e-commerce exports so far.

1 Million New Jobs by 2030 — Where Will These Opportunities Come From?

Amazon says the new jobs to be created by 2030 will emerge from its:

• expanding fulfilment network

• delivery and logistics network

• packaging and manufacturing operations

• transportation sector

As Amazon’s ecosystem grows and more sellers join its platform, employment opportunities will continue to expand.

AI to Empower India — Amazon’s Commitment

Amit Agarwal, Senior Vice President at Amazon, said the company is deeply aligned with India’s digital growth.

Amazon aims to bring AI tools to 15 million (1.5 crore) small businesses.
Additionally, the company plans to provide AI education and practical exposure to students in 4 million (40 lakh) government schools.

‘Accelerate Exports’ Program to Boost Indian Exports

Amazon’s Global Selling Program has completed 10 years in India and has already enabled $20 billion worth of exports.

To accelerate this further, Amazon launched a new initiative called “Accelerate Exports”, which will:

• connect Indian manufacturers with global buyers

• conduct onboarding drives in more than 10 major manufacturing hubs such as Tiruppur, Kanpur, and Surat

Why Big Plans for India While Cutting Jobs Globally?

Interestingly, Amazon is making these big commitments in India at a time when it is reducing its workforce globally.

In October 2025, Amazon announced plans to eliminate 14,000 corporate roles.
The company said it is reallocating resources toward generative AI and long-term strategic projects, and therefore needs to become leaner and more efficient.