MEPZ Approves Rs 21 Crore New investments

06 Mar 2025 CW Team

At its latest Unit Approval Committee (UAC) meeting held on 3rd March’25, MEPZ SEZ reaffirmed its vision for inclusive industrial progress, approving Rs 21 crore in new investments and opening up 642 jobs in Tamil Nadu. But this meeting was about more than just business. With the approval of jobs for 10 transgender individuals, MEPZ SEZ continues to build momentum in fostering a truly inclusive workforce. This step strengthens the ongoing efforts to ensure equitable opportunities for all.

""Inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the future of industry,"" said Thiru. Alex Paul Menon, IAS.

Among the approved investments, CorroHealth Infotech is bringing in Rs 15.84 crore, creating 400 new job opportunities in the IT sector. With a record-breaking Rs 5,525 crore in investment approvals for 2024-25 and 36,440 new jobs created, MEPZ SEZ is proving that economic growth and social responsibility go hand in hand.

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