Lilly to establish new global capability centre in Hyderabad

The new centre will be named *Lilly Capability Centre India (LCCI) Hyderabad*. Initially, it will focus on expanding Lilly’s capabilities in automation, artificial intelligence, software product engineering, and cloud computing to deliver advanced technology solutions that address the evolving needs of Lilly’s business worldwide.

LCCI Hyderabad will be Lilly’s second capability centre in India, following the launch of LCCI Bengaluru in 2016. The company plans to employ approximately 1,000 to 1,500 highly skilled professionals, including technology engineers and data scientists. Recruitment for the new centre is already underway, and it is expected to become operational by mid-2025.

“We are pleased to welcome Lilly's new global capability centre to Hyderabad. This investment highlights Hyderabad’s growing reputation as a hub for healthcare innovation and talent. We fully support Lilly’s vision of improving lives worldwide and are confident that this centre will make significant contributions to the local economy and global health,” said Duddilla Sridhar Babu, IT and industries minister.

“Our teams in India play a crucial role in supporting Lilly’s global business with centralized, scalable solutions. LCCI Hyderabad will enhance our technical capabilities, helping us meet growing business demands, maximize the use of technology in our operations, and expand our presence in India,” said Manish Arora, Managing Director of LCCI Hyderabad.

“Hyderabad is a hub of innovation, and we are excited to announce plans for a new centre here. We look forward to bringing together talented technology professionals,” said Diogo Rau, Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Digital Officer of Lilly.