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McDonald’s, the US-based fast-food giant, has inaugurated its first Global Capability Centre (GCC) in India, located in Hyderabad. The new office, spread across 1.56 lakh square feet, will serve as the company’s largest centre outside its home base in the US, supporting global innovation, technology and operations.

Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and IT Minister Sridhar Babu were present at the inauguration ceremony, highlighting the state’s enthusiasm for attracting global investments. “Hyderabad has now emerged as the capital for GCCs,” Vikramarka said, crediting the city’s strength to visionary policies and leaders.

The GCC is expected to create employment opportunities for over 1,200 highly skilled professionals, focusing on technology, data analytics, finance, and other corporate functions. This move is likely to have a positive impact on the regional economy, stimulating growth in allied sectors like commercial real estate, services, and logistics.

Hyderabad has become a hub for GCCs, with hundreds of such centres operating in the city. The city offers a deep pool of talent, world-class infrastructure, and a favourable business environment, making it an attractive destination for multinational companies.

McDonald’s decision to set up its global office in Hyderabad reflects the city’s growing reputation as a strategic hub for innovation and global business operations. The company aims to leverage the city’s talent pool to drive digital transformation and enhance customer experiences worldwide.

Key Highlights:

– Global Capability Centre: McDonald’s first GCC in India, located in Hyderabad;

– Employment Opportunities: Expected to create jobs for over 1,200 highly skilled professionals;

– Economic Impact: Anticipated to stimulate growth in allied sectors like commercial real estate, services, and logistics;

– Hyderabad’s GCC Hub Status: Reinforces the city’s position as a leading destination for global capability centres.