Tamil Nadu is stepping up efforts to strengthen its Global Capability Centre (GCC) ecosystem by engaging real estate developers on the availability of quality office space and supporting infrastructure.
The Department of Industries, Investment Promotion and Commerce held a roundtable at Guidance Tamil Nadu on Friday, bringing together leading developers from the state and other parts of India. Industries Minister S. Keerthana was also present. The meeting focused on speeding up the Tamil Nadu GCC Corridor and Development Programme.
According to Guidance Tamil Nadu, discussions centred on creating Grade-A office spaces and infrastructure across identified corridors to support growing demand from existing GCCs and new investors.
Tamil Nadu currently has more than 460 GCCs, including over 405 in Chennai. The sector added more than 55,000 jobs in 2025, increasing the need for high-quality office space that can be made available within global companies’ timelines.
Focus on integrated GCC destinations
Developers discussed ways to speed up project development, keep rentals competitive and address key requirements related to land availability, construction costs, floor space index (FSI), approvals and infrastructure.
The discussion highlighted the need to build integrated GCC destinations across 3 key corridors:
- Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR)
- Pallavaram–Thoraipakkam Radial Road (PTR)
- Mount–Poonamallee High Road (MPR)
Participants stressed the importance of mixed-use developments that bring offices together with housing, schools, healthcare facilities, hospitality and retail spaces.
Public transport, last-mile connectivity and pedestrian access were also identified as important factors in supporting these business districts.
Developers acknowledged improvements in transparency and accountability in their interactions with government departments. They noted that fewer discretionary hurdles were helping create a more supportive investment environment.
The roundtable also encouraged wider use of Tamil Nadu’s Single Window Portal and explored opportunities to attract investments beyond Chennai, including emerging locations such as Hosur.
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