Capgemini to Invest Rs 1,000 Crore in a New Facility in Chennai; Empowering Local Talent

Capgemini, the French It and consulting company has announced to invest Rs. 1000 crore in a new facility in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The investment is to be made over the next three years and will culminate in the completion of the facility by April 2027.

The new campus spans nearly 600,000 square feet and is designed to accommodate 5,000 seats. The facility will be powered entirely by renewable energy sources, as it will feature advanced energy and water-efficient technologies, the use of recycled materials, and the implementation of rainwater harvesting.

The campus will house diverse specialist teams in financial services, engineering, digital cloud, AI and more empowering the local talent of the city. It will also boast state-of-the-art IT infrastructure, advanced engineering labs, customer experience centers, specialized onboarding rooms, wellness centers, etc within the new facility.

Vijay Chandramohan, Vice President and Head of Corporate Real Estate Services for APAC and the Middle East at Capgemini, said, “We are delighted to commence the construction of our new facility in Chennai. This pivotal investment for Capgemini showcases our dedication to innovation and sustainable growth in Tamil Nadu. As a leader that is shaping the future of the industry, we are investing in local talent and enhancing the well-being of our communities."

Dr TRB Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Government of Tamil Nadu, highlighted Chennai’s growing status as a global technology investment hub.

“Chennai is rapidly emerging as a top global destination for investments in technology, as evidenced by the fast pace of office space absorption in the city. This world-class technology facility reflects the quality of our local talent and will further support the state’s vision of becoming a trillion-dollar economy by 2030. I congratulate Capgemini on launching the construction of this state-of-the-art facility and look forward to collaborating with them on their future endeavors.”

In addition, to foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, Capgemini has pledged approximately Rs 3 crore of the investment to the development of neighboring government schools. With this effort, Capgemini aims to support and empower local communities and demonstrate its dedication to enhancing the well-being of the regions in which it operates.