Invest Kerala 2025: Four projects worth ₹1,211 crore already operational
Four investment projects that received Expressions of Interest (EoIs) during the Invest Kerala Global Summit (IKGS) held in Kochi this February, with a total outlay of ₹1,211 crore, have already commenced operations in April. These projects are expected to generate around 3,050 jobs. In addition, eight more projects worth ₹2,675 crore are set to have their foundation stones laid this month, with the potential to create 8,800 jobs.
Addressing a press conference in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala’s Minister for Industries, Law and Coir, P. Rajeeve, said the progress underscores growing investor confidence and Kerala’s emergence as a preferred investment destination. He added that five more projects, with a cumulative outlay exceeding ₹1,000 crore and the potential to create 2,400 jobs, are expected to begin in June.
“Proactive follow-ups post IKGS 2025 reflect the government’s commitment to investor facilitation and result-oriented governance,” the Minister said. “With digital tools, decentralised execution, and policy reforms, Kerala is setting new benchmarks in investment promotion and project delivery,” he added.
The four projects that have already commenced include Dynimated AI’s ₹800 crore project in Ernakulam, Joy Alukkas Group’s ₹300 crore residential and hospital project in Ernakulam, Positive Chip Boards’ ₹51 crore manufacturing unit also in Ernakulam, and MS Wood Alliance Park’s ₹60 crore facility in Kannur.
Among the major projects set to begin operations soon are Sutherland’s ₹1,500 crore project in Kochi, Kalyan Silks’ ₹500 crore facility in Thrissur, Gasha Steels’ ₹110 crore project in Palakkad, and Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences’ ₹200 crore campuses in Kollam and Thrissur.
Looking ahead, one of the most significant upcoming initiatives is the construction of Genome Valley at the Life Sciences Park in Thiruvananthapuram, with a proposed investment of ₹3,800 crore. The Unity Mall in the city is also scheduled for inauguration in November.
To monitor and fast-track project implementation, the state government has constituted a dedicated Advisory Group chaired by the Industries Minister. The group includes senior officials, industrialists, and representatives from various trade bodies, tasked with inter-departmental coordination and quick resolution of issues.
Additionally, a high-level policy reform meeting chaired by the Chief Minister is planned for June to address procedural bottlenecks and improve the Ease of Doing Business in the state.
To support investment efforts digitally, the government has launched the Industrial Land Portal, which serves as a matchmaking platform between landowners and industrial investors. A real-time project monitoring portal developed by KSIDC is also in place to track project statuses, provide monthly updates, and ensure transparency.
Of the 450 EoIs received during the IKGS summit, over 370 project-level meetings have already been held. Progress updates and related photos have been uploaded to the IKGS portal dashboard, reflecting the state’s active engagement in turning investment proposals into on-ground reality.