Government Notifies Two New SEZs in Puducherry Following Approval by Board of Approval

New Delhi ( Vivek Ojha ) : Development of economic infrastructure is key to economic progress. Special economic zones play a crucial role in determining and shaping economic activities of a Country. In this Context, The Government has notified two new Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in the Union Territory of Puducherry. The proposals were approved by the Board of Approval for SEZs under the Department of Commerce during its 137th meeting held recently.

The projects mark a decisive step in the Government’s continued push towards strengthening the country’s industrial base, expanding exports, and deepening self-reliance in strategic sectors. These approvals constitute a major milestone for Puducherry’s industrial and export-led growth strategy and are expected to expand opportunities for investment, manufacturing, and high-quality employment.

Out of these two SEZs, one IT/ITES SEZ will be developed by M/s Oulgaret Municipality at Thattanchavady village in Oulgaret Taluk. This will be the first SEZ in India to be developed by an Urban Local Body, namely a Municipality. The other, a Multi-Sector SEZ, will be developed by M/s Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation (PIPDIC) at Karasur village in Villianur Taluk.

These SEZ notifications reflect a broader strategy aimed at strengthening India’s industrial, technology, manufacturing, and services ecosystem through diversified SEZ-led growth, thereby enhancing resilience and scale to boost the economy, attract investment, and generate employment.