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The State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) has released a tender worth INR 89.9 crore for the development of roads, stormwater drains, culverts, and water and sanitation systems in Tiruvallur's Sengathakulam area. This forms part of the Knowledge City project, first announced in the 2022-23 state budget, aimed at fostering research and innovation. Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) is coordinating the project, including a 12.65-acre knowledge tower hosting labs, tech firms, and research institutions. The project anticipates completion within seven to eight months after the October 30 bid deadline.
The State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) has issued a tender of INR 89.9 crore to develop essential infrastructure in the Sengathakulam area of Tiruvallur, supporting the larger Knowledge City initiative. This phase of development will include constructing roads, stormwater drains, culverts, and water supply and sanitation systems, which are crucial for laying the groundwork for the upcoming research and education hub. Advertisement
This project was initially announced in the 2022-23 state budget and is being implemented in phases. Recently, Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) invited consultancy bids for constructing a knowledge tower on a 12.65-acre site. The tower is designed to host research and development laboratories, technology companies, and educational institutions, forming the core of the Knowledge City.
SIPCOT Managing Director K. Senthil Raj emphasized that the tender aims to improve connectivity and utilities in the region, while TIDCO Managing Director Sandeep Nanduri stated that additional facilities, including bus shelters and parks, will also be developed. Once a contractor is selected, construction is expected to begin promptly, with completion projected in seven to eight months.
TIDCO is exploring public-private partnerships for the project and is in discussions with various universities. A recent memorandum of understanding signed with RWTH Aachen University in Germany aims to attract international educational institutions to the Knowledge City, potentially reducing the number of Indian students going abroad for higher education. Experts, however, suggest that strengthening domestic universities alongside international collaborations could enhance education quality more effectively.
The Knowledge City is part of a broader effort to transform Tiruvallur into a center of innovation, research, and education. Infrastructure improvements are seen as a foundational step in this transformation, creating opportunities for technological development and academic collaboration in the region.
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