Sites Finalized for SIPCOT Estate Near Sankarankovil, Neo Tidel Park in Kanniyakumari

Rapid Summary

• Tamil Nadu’s minister for Industries, T.R.B.Rajaa, announced plans for new industrial development projects in southern districts of the State.
• A SIPCOT Industrial Estate will be established near Sankarankovil in Tenkasi district.
• A Neo Tidel Park is planned for Kanniyakumari district to generate employment for skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled youth.
• Kanniyakumari’s site selection considers limited availability of land suitable for large industries; inspections have been carried out at the proposed location.
• Existing industrial estates like Gangaikondan SIPCOT Industrial Growth Center are reportedly performing well. Additional industrial developments are underway in Nanguneri and Moolaikkaraipatti in Tirunelveli district.

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