Centre Approves ₹1,250 Crore IT Park in Puducherry
PUDUCHERRY: The Union government has approved the establishment of a dedicated Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for Information Technology (IT) in Puducherry, with an investment of ₹1,250 crore. This initiative aims to position Puducherry as a premier destination for technology firms and global investors. The SEZ will be built on 21.3 acres of government-owned land in Thattanchavady. A statement from the Directorate of Information and Publicity emphasized that the park will not merely consist of office buildings but will be conceived as a comprehensive mini-city. “Around 70% of the area will house ‘plug-and-play’ offices, allowing companies to begin operations immediately. The…