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|Feb 17, 2026 5:29 PM

Sanofi Hyderabad Expansion: Global Healthcare Giant to Create 4,500+ Jobs

Sahiba Sharma
By Sahiba Sharma
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Global healthcare leader Sanofi has announced a major expansion of its Global Capacity Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey as a premier destination for pharmaceutical innovation.

The French multinational plans to scale its workforce in the city to over 4,500 employees over the next two years.

This growth will reinforce Hyderabad’s position as a dominant life sciences hub.

Strategic Investment in Talent and Innovation

The expansion is part of Sanofi’s broader strategy to centralize global operations and leverage India’s vast talent pool in data science, artificial intelligence, and clinical research.

Currently, the Hyderabad GCC supports Sanofi’s global business units by providing high-end services in clinical data management, pharmacovigilance, and digital transformation.

By increasing its headcount from the current strength, Sanofi aims to transition the Hyderabad center into its largest global hub for “best-in-class” digital and analytical capabilities.

This growth is expected to create high-value employment opportunities for professionals in biotechnology, data analytics, and healthcare management.

Sanofi Enhancing Global Healthcare Delivery

The Hyderabad facility plays a critical role in accelerating Sanofi’s global drug development pipeline.

The expanded team will focus on driving efficiencies in clinical trials and optimizing supply chain operations.

During recent high-level meetings with Telangana state officials, Sanofi leadership emphasized that the Hyderabad GCC is no longer just a back-office support unit but a core driver of the company’s global innovation strategy.

The government of Telangana has welcomed the move, highlighting that such investments validate the state’s world-class infrastructure and pro-business policies.

The “Genome Valley” ecosystem in Hyderabad continues to attract global giants. This further solidifies the region’s reputation as the “Vaccine Capital of the World.”

Future Outlook

Sanofi is integrating more AI-driven workflows into its operations. The Hyderabad center will be at the forefront of developing “smart” healthcare solutions.

This expansion aligns with the “India for the World” vision, where local expertise is utilized to solve global medical challenges.

With this move, Sanofi joins a growing list of global pharmaceutical companies.

These companies are significantly de-risking their global operations by shifting core functions to India.


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