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Department of Industries and Commerce

District Industries Centre, Thoothukudi District

Supporting MSMEs, startups, and entrepreneurs with financial assistance,
subsidies, and training programs.

"Welcome to Thoothukudi District"

The new Thoothukudi District was formed in 1986 after being bifurcated from the erstwhile Tirunelveli District. Thoothukudi District is located in the south-eastern region of Tamil Nadu. It is bounded by Tirunelveli District to the west, Tenkasi District to the north-west, Virudhunagar District to the north, Ramanathapuram District to the north-east, and the Gulf of Mannar to the east and south. The total geographical area of the district is approximately 4,745.97 sq. kms. It comprises 10 Taluks, 4 Municipalities, 19 Town Panchayats, 403 Revenue Villages, and 408 Village Panchayats.

The Tamirabarani River flows through parts of the district before emptying into the Gulf of Mannar near Punnaikayal. Thoothukudi is widely known as the "Pearl City" due to its historic pearl fishing industry and maritime heritage. The district is home to Thoothukudi Port, one of India's major seaports, playing a vital role in international trade and economic development. The Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, renowned for its rich marine biodiversity, coral reefs, and rare aquatic species, is also located along the district's coastline. Thoothukudi is the birthplace of the freedom fighter V.O. Chidambaram Pillai, who is celebrated for launching India's first indigenous shipping company during the freedom movement.

Thoothukudi District Map

INDUSTRIAL PROFILE

Thoothukudi, located in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, India, is a major industrial and port city known for its thriving maritime trade, manufacturing industries, and energy sector.

INCENTIVES

Discover comprehensive benefits for MSMEs, including interest subsidies, support for cleaner technologies, industrial clusters, and skill development programs.

Salt Manufacturing
Capital Subsidy
Capital Subsidy
Eligible MSMEs can avail capital subsidies on plant and machinery under Tamil Nadu Industrial Policy. Additional benefits may be available for investments in priority sectors such as manufacturing, food processing, marine products, and renewable energy.
Stamp Duty
Port & Export Benefits
Businesses located in Thoothukudi benefit from direct access to V.O. Chidambaranar Port, reducing logistics costs and improving export efficiency for seafood, salt, chemicals, fertilizers, engineering products, and container cargo.
Payroll Subsidy
Stamp Duty & Registration Subsidy
New Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises established in eligible industrial areas may receive reimbursement on stamp duty and registration charges as per Tamil Nadu Government norms.
LTPT
Power Tariff Subsidy
Eligible manufacturing units can receive concessions on electricity charges under the Tamil Nadu Industrial Policy, helping reduce operational costs during the initial years of operation.

INDUSTRIAL
CO-OPERATIVE

Industrial Cooperatives have been organised with two objectives namely social and economic upliftment of the people living below the poverty line.

Industrial Cooperative
Industrial Cooperatives, a wing of the Department of Industries and Commerce, plays a vital role
  • 1. In providing gainful employment to the rural people in general and women in particular through production type Industrial Co-operative Societies.
  • 2. In eliminating the exploitation of workers by middlemen through Labour Contract Cooperative Societies.
  • 3. In arranging for market for the products of rural artisans through Handicrafts Cooperative Societies.
  • 4. In providing infrastructural facilities including developed industrial sites or sheds to the small scale and tiny sector entrepreneurs through Cooperative Industrial Estates.

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Encouraging Small Scale Industries for a Brighter Future

SCHEMES

The Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) in India offers various schemes to support small businesses by providing financial aid, skill development, and infrastructure support.

Kalaignar Kaivinai Thittam
01.

Kalaignar Kaivinai Thittam

This scheme aims to preserve traditional craftsmanship while promoting self-employment opportunities.

Annai Arignar Business Capital Subsidy Scheme
02.

Annal Ambedkar Business Champions Scheme

AABCS is a financial support scheme exclusively for SC/ST entrepreneurs, providing capital subsidies and interest subvention

New Entrepreneur-cum-Enterprise Development Scheme
03.

New Entrepreneur-cum-Enterprise Development Scheme (NEEDS)

Promotes entrepreneurship by providing financial assistance to educated youth for establishing new businesses.

Unemployed Youth Employment Generation Programme
04.

Unemployed Youth Employment Generation Programme (UYEGP)

Designed to support unemployed youth from low-income backgrounds by providing financial assistance to start small businesses.