Roshni Nadar Malhotra, the chairperson of HCL Technologies, met with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow to discuss the company’s future plans in the state. During the meeting, Malhotra informed the Chief Minister about the upcoming joint venture semiconductor unit between HCL and Foxconn. She attributed the company’s success in the state to the sustained policy support of the government, stating that Uttar Pradesh is emerging as a preferred destination for global technology companies.
HCL Technologies has a significant presence in the state, with world-class campuses in Noida and Lucknow. The company is among the largest investors and biggest private sector employers in the state, with over 50,000 employees, approximately 75% of whom are local. The Lucknow campus, which will complete 10 years in 2026, serves over 130 global clients and is expected to have an employment capacity of over 18,000 after the proposed expansion.
Malhotra also highlighted the success of HCLSoftware’s AI-based solution in the Jansunwai (IGRS) system, which has reduced manual effort by 60-70% and decreased complaint resolution time to approximately 2 minutes. This was cited as an effective model of good governance. The meeting demonstrates the company’s commitment to investing in the state and contributing to its economic growth. With the state government’s support, HCL Technologies is poised to continue its expansion in Uttar Pradesh, creating more employment opportunities and driving technological innovation. The partnership between HCL and the state government is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy and cement Uttar Pradesh’s position as a hub for global technology companies.