Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC)
Signs Concession Agreement with Maha Integrated Life Sciences City Limited (MILeS City) (WOS of Ramky Infrastructure Limited) for Development of INR 3,000 Crore (approx.) High-Tech Pharmaceutical Park
Ramky Infrastructure Limited (RIL) today announced the execution of a Concession Agreement between the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation (MIDC) and Maha Integrated Life Sciences City Limited (MILeS City), a wholly owned subsidiary of Ramky Infrastructure Limited, for the development of a High-Tech Pharmaceutical Park at the Dighi Port Industrial Area in Raigad district, Maharashtra.
The
project will be implemented on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) basis
under the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) model,
with an estimated project cost of INR 3,000 crore excluding the
operating income to be generated during the 90 years operation period. The
concession period will span 95 years, including a construction period
of five years which RIL expects to execute in coming 5 years would form
part of the Order Book of RIL aggregating it to INR 13,500 Crores.
The
proposed High-Tech Pharmaceutical Park will be developed across approximately 1,000
hectares within the Dighi Port Industrial Area, covering parts of Mangaon
and Roha talukas in Raigad district. The project will establish a
large-scale integrated development comprising industrial zones, commercial
areas, common infrastructure, utilities, internal road networks and designated
open spaces.
An
Integrated Life Sciences Manufacturing Ecosystem
The
project is designed to establish a world-class integrated life sciences manufacturing
ecosystem that will provide end-to-end infrastructure and shared facilities for
pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences companies.
Key
elements of the proposed development include:
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Integrated
infrastructure and advanced utilities, enabling industries to optimise capital
investment and improve operational efficiency.
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Innovation-led
research and development centres, incubation hubs, and technology transfer
platforms to encourage collaboration, capability building, and sectoral
innovation.
- Environmentally responsible infrastructure
that supports high standards of environmental safety, regulatory compliance,
and sustainable industrial operations.
Under
the terms of the concession agreement, MILeS City will be responsible
for the development, operation, maintenance and management of the project for
the entire concession period.
The
revenue model for the project will include:
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Land lease
premium and lease rental
Ø
Development
charges
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Maintenance
charges for common infrastructure and services
Ø
Operational charges for utilities and shared facilities
The
project is expected to strengthen industrial infrastructure in the region,
attract investments into the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, and
generate significant direct and indirect employment opportunities. It is also
anticipated to stimulate growth in ancillary industries and local businesses
across the surrounding areas.
Following
the execution of this concession agreement, the order book position of Ramky
Infrastructure Limited stands at approximately INR 13,500 crore, reflecting
the company’s continued momentum in large-scale infrastructure and industrial
development projects.
Commenting
on the development, Mr. Sunil S Nair, CEO, Ramky Infrastructure Limited
said, “This agreement marks a significant milestone not only for industrial
development, but for the wider communities and businesses that stand to benefit
from it. By creating a large-scale integrated life sciences ecosystem at Dighi
Port Industrial Area, we see an opportunity to support employment generation,
strengthen regional infrastructure, encourage innovation, and attract long-term
investment into Maharashtra. The project is designed to enable pharmaceutical
and biotechnology companies to grow within a well-supported and globally
competitive manufacturing environment."