Mitsubishi Electric India Expands Manufacturing Footprint with ₹2,100 Crore Investment at Origins by Mahindra, Chennai
Mahindra
Industrial Park Chennai Limited (MIPCL), a joint venture between Mahindra World
City Developers Limited and Sumitomo Corporation of Japan, marks yet another
significant milestone with the commencement of operations of Mitsubishi
Electric India Private Limited’s air conditioner and compressor manufacturing facility
at Origins by Mahindra in Chennai. The facility, spread across 52 acres within
the integrated industrial cluster, represents the scaling up of Mitsubishi
Electric India’s manufacturing presence in India.
The facility was inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil
Nadu, Thiru M.K. Stalin, through a virtual plaque unveiling. Developed with an
investment of approximately ₹2,100 crore, the facility underscores Mitsubishi
Electric India’s long-term commitment to India and further strengthens Tamil
Nadu’s position as a preferred destination for high-value, technology-led
manufacturing.
With an annual production capacity of 300,000 indoor and outdoor room
air conditioners and 650,000 compressors, the expansion contributes to the
development of a strong regional supplier ecosystem, and aligns with the
Government of India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative.
At the inauguration, Hon’ble
Chief Minister Thiru M.K. Stalin said, “Chennai continues to serve as
the manufacturing backbone of Tamil Nadu, anchored by a deep and
well-established industrial ecosystem. The inauguration of Mitsubishi Electric
India’s new air conditioner and compressor manufacturing facility reflects the
state’s growing potential and our commitment to enabling businesses from India
and across the world to strengthen manufacturing, expand operations, and grow
sustainably in Tamil Nadu.”
Atsushi Takase, Managing Director, Mitsubishi Electric India, said, “India is witnessing a rapid growth for
energy-efficient and high-quality air-conditioning solutions. This facility
will support this growing demand through local manufacturing, while enabling us
to respond faster to customer needs, strengthen quality control, and ensure
sustainable operations. It will position India as a core hub within Mitsubishi
Electric’s global air conditioning business. Aligned with the progressive
industrial vision of the Tamil Nadu government, this investment underscores our
long-term commitment to India, Tamil Nadu, and the country’s manufacturing
ambitions.”
Vikram Goel, Chief Business Officer –
Industrial, Mahindra Lifespace Developers Limited, said, “The expansion of Mitsubishi Electric India’s manufacturing
operations at Origins by Mahindra reflects the strength of our integrated
industrial cluster model. We focus on building future-ready ecosystems that
combine world-class infrastructure, sustainability-led development, and
seamless connectivity. The continued expansion of large global manufacturers
like Mitsubishi Electric India within our developments reinforces the trust
placed by these brands in our platform and our ability to support long-term
industrial growth.”
Origins by Mahindra, Chennai is strategically located on NH16 and lies
within the influence zones of the Chennai–Bengaluru Industrial Corridor (CBIC)
and the Chennai–Visakhapatnam Industrial Corridor (CVIC). The industrial
cluster offers proximity to the ports of Chennai, Ennore and Kattupalli,
enabling efficient logistics and supply chain operations for manufacturing-led
businesses.
The expansion of Mitsubishi Electric India’s operations further
strengthens Origins by Mahindra, Chennai’s ecosystem of leading global
manufacturers and reinforces Mahindra Lifespaces’ commitment to enabling sustainable,
high-quality industrial development aligned with India’s manufacturing
ambitions.