Chennai: The Unit Approval Committee (UAC) of MEPZ SEZ, led by Development Commissioner Alex Paul Menon, IAS, sanctioned investments worth ₹137.58 crore, generating 2,110 jobs across 16 proposals.

Major approvals include Capgemini Technology Private Limited, which will invest ₹75 crore and create 1,621 IT/ITES jobs at ELCOT SEZ, Coimbatore. Hedgemark Technologies Private Limited and Texila Educare Healthcare were also approved, with investments of ₹2 crore each, creating 246 and 98 jobs, respectively.

The Development Commissioner emphasized optimizing SEZ land use and encouraged co-developer partnerships to attract high-value investments. The initiative aligns with MEPZ's focus on gender-balanced workforces, innovation, and sustainability.

Since April 2024, MEPZ SEZ has secured ₹4,546 crore in investments, creating 32,726 jobs in the Tamil Nadu, Andaman, and Puducherry region, solidifying its position as a hub for inclusive growth and global trade competitiveness.