FMCG major Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL) joined hands with the State Government of Tamil Nadu for the opening ceremony of its cutting-edge manufacturing plant during the ongoing Global Investors Meet 2024, in Chennai.
Strategically located in the Chengalpattu District near the state capital Chennai, this Rs 515-crore investment aims to enhance delivery times, optimise inventory management, and reduce overall costs.
In August 2023, GCPL signed a significant MoU with the state government to set up this state-of-the-art facility, focusing on accelerating production of flagship brands such as Cinthol, Godrej Expert Rich Crème, Godrej Selfie Shampoo Hair Colour, and Goodknight.
“We aspire to develop this facility as a “lighthouse factory” where the best in sustainability, safety and automation is done with an inclusive and gender balanced workforce. The government has generously given us incentives on our commitment to employ at least 50 percent of women and 5 percent of employees from the LGBTQI and people with disability communities,” said Nisaba Godrej, Executive Chairperson, GCPL.
The digitally connected shop floor will integrate manufacturing technologies with IT advancements, enhancing efficiency, and resource optimisation. The new plant is anticipated to significantly contribute to GCPL's production capabilities and overall production capacity.
“Godrej's commitment to Tamil Nadu is exemplary, not just through substantial investments and job creation, but also through their strategic vision of choosing our state for pioneering new innovations. We welcome their continued partnership in building a resilient and progressive Tamil Nadu," said MK Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
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