Thiruvananthapuram, Technopark, India’s pioneering IT campus located in Kerala’s capital, is set to complete its 35th anniversary on July 28.
What was once a tranquil expanse of cashew groves at Vaidyankunnu near the National Highway has transformed into one of Asia’s largest and greenest IT parks.
Technopark, the flagship of Kerala’s IT vision, owes its remarkable evolution to visionary leadership and sustained bipartisan political support.
Over the decades, it has played a pivotal role in reshaping Thiruvananthapuram into a thriving technology hub, powering Kerala’s transition to a knowledge-driven economy.
Technopark has been central to the development of Kerala’s IT ecosystem. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, green-certified campuses, and a business-friendly environment, it has attracted a diverse mix of global IT giants, Indian majors, and fast-growing startups.
Today, Technopark is a major contributor to Kerala’s IT exports, which reached ₹13,255 crore in 2023–24 and are projected to grow by at least 15% in 2024–25 (official figures awaited). It continues to play a vital role in driving the state’s overall economic development.
Brahmasoft which later evolved into RR Donnelley through a series of acquisitions and now employs over 2,000 people was the first company to begin operations in Technopark’s inaugural building, Pamba.
Among the early anchor tenants was Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), which not only commenced operations during the Park’s formative years but also played a key role in shaping its master plan that helped lay the foundation for Technopark’s long-term infrastructure development and growth.
“Technopark has been an ecosystem enabler with a proud legacy, empowering global companies, SMEs/startups, and emerging tech players for 35 years,” said Col Sanjeev Nair (Retd), CEO of Technopark.
“With strong ESG principles, a consistent CRISIL A+/Stable rating for four consecutive years demonstrating creditworthiness and financial health along with landmark expansions and a vibrant ecosystem, we are entering a new era of innovation.”
He added that Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala with its rich talent pool and exceptional quality of life, has naturally evolved into a hub for technology-driven growth.
“The availability of skilled talent, mature infrastructure, low attrition rates, affordable cost of living, and government-backed land leasing policies continue to be Technopark’s strongest advantages,” he said.
Today, Technopark spans five campuses (four in Thiruvananthapuram and one in Kollam) across 760 acres, offering 12.72 million square feet of developed IT space. It hosts over 500 companies, including leading industry names such as Infosys, UST, TCS, HCLTech, Accenture, Tata Elxsi, Allianz, Guidehouse, Nissan Digital, Oracle, IBS, Quest Global, Toonz Animation etc.
Several prominent Global Capability Centres (GCCs) including EY, Allianz, H&R Block, Nissan Digital, Accenture, Equifax, Insight, ICON, RM Education, and Safran have established significant operations at the park.
Technopark is also home to state-led institutions that drive innovation and skill development, such as the Kerala Startup Mission, Digital University Kerala, ICT Academy of Kerala, Kerala Space Park, and the upcoming Digital Science Park.
Further underscoring its global appeal, offshore firms like Armada and Dubai Insurance have chosen Technopark as their Indian operations base. Technopark also works with several co-developers to build and operate world-class IT infrastructure.
Key partners include Embassy Taurus, Brigade Enterprises Limited, Carnival Technopark, Amstor Information Technology, Padmanabham, M-Square (M2) etc all of whom contribute to expanding the Park’s capacity and enhancing its operational ecosystem.
Technopark is poised for significant growth, with over 4 million sq. ft. of built-up space under development. These upcoming projects are expected to generate more than 30,000 new jobs.
Source: UNI News
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