The facility is set to be developed over a period of five years. Credit: Fikri Rasyid via Unsplash.

Godrej Consumer Products (GCPL) has entered a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with India’s Government of Tamil Nadu for the development of a manufacturing facility.

The fast-moving consumer goods company will construct a new facility at Thiruporur taluk within Chengalpattu district, near the state’s capital Chennai.

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With an investment of Rs5.15bn, the new facility will be developed over a period of five years.

The plant is anticipated to significantly enhance GCPL’s overall production capabilities.

GCPL is seeking certifications from the Indian Green Building Council and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) within the investment period.

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The facility will leverage energy-efficient technologies, adopt waste-reduction strategies, and feature solar roof panels and a zero-liquid discharge system.

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It will also comprise a digitally connected shop floor for resource optimisation and improved efficiency.

To attain a positive water balance, the company will implement water conservation and rainwater harvesting measures.

GCPL executive chair Nisaba Godrej said: “With the establishment of this facility, we will create over 400 job opportunities in Tamil Nadu.

“This facility aims to have an inclusive and gender-balanced workforce. Our plan is to employ 50% of women for this facility along with 5% of employees from LGBTQ and people with disability (PWD) communities.”