Global food and beverage giant PepsiCo is all set to establish a large-scale snack manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, marking a significant milestone in the state’s industrial growth strategy. The State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) has officially allotted 27.96 acres of land to PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt. Ltd. in its Mannapparai industrial park, located along the Tiruchi-Dindigul National Highway.
According to officials, the new facility will focus on producing potato crisps and a range of other snack products. A senior state government source confirmed to The Hindu that the land allotment signals a major step forward in attracting multinational investments to Tamil Nadu and is expected to generate employment opportunities for local communities in Tiruchi and surrounding areas.
The Mannapparai SIPCOT industrial park has seen a surge in land allotments in recent years, growing from 13 companies to 19 within a year. Over 150 acres have already been leased to various industries, with PepsiCo being the latest major player to join this expanding industrial ecosystem.
The industrial park itself is part of a long-term initiative launched by the Tamil Nadu government in 2013 to bolster regional economic development. A total of 1,096.36 acres were acquired across Kannudaiyanpatti, K. Periyapatti, and Chathirapatti villages to offer affordable, long-term leases to companies.
Infrastructure development in the park has been robust, including roads, electricity, and water supply. Of the total land, 396 acres have been fully developed, while about 700 acres remain available for future allocation. Additionally, 131.92 acres have been earmarked for the Small Industries Development Corporation (SIDCO), ensuring space for both large-scale and smaller enterprises.
PepsiCo’s decision to establish a facility in Mannapparai not only strengthens the company’s manufacturing footprint in India but also underscores Tamil Nadu’s growing appeal as a hub for food processing and FMCG investments.