GMR Group Sets Up Defence Manufacturing Hub In Tamil Nadu

The GMR Group, a leading infrastructure company, is setting up an ‘Aerospace & Defence Manufacturing Hub’ at its Special Investment Region, Hosur (GKSIR), Krishnagiri district in Tamil Nadu, to encourage indigenous production of defence equipment.

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The project is a Joint Venture (JV) between GMR Group and the Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO). Under this project, approximately 600 acres of industrial land has been made ready for immediate occupation.

BVN Rao, Business Chairman, Transportation and Urban Infrastructure, GMR Group said, “This defence manufacturing hub can potentially be a game changer for the region. We will be providing all the necessary infrastructure to attract global majors to set up their manufacturing facilities here. GKSIR Hosur is keen to set an international benchmark.”