PUNE, MAHARASHTRA

Asia's Largest
Industrial Hub

Spanning over thousands of acres, Chakan MIDC is the epicenter of automotive, manufacturing, and engineering excellence in India. Join the global leaders.

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750+

Manufacturing Units

2M+

Direct/Indirect Jobs

10k+

Acres of Land

$15B+

Foreign Investment

Major MNCs in Chakan

Often referred to as the 'Detroit of India', Chakan hosts the biggest names in the global automotive and engineering sectors.

Tata Motors

Bajaj Auto

Mercedes-Benz

Volkswagen

Mahindra

Bridgestone

State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Plants

World-class facilities defining modern industry

Automated Assembly Line

Automated Assembly Lines

Robotics and Industry 4.0 integration

Heavy Machinery

Heavy Engineering

Massive scale production

Exterior Plant View

Expansive Campuses

Eco-friendly plant designs

Logistics Warehouse

Smart Warehousing

Integrated supply chain hubs

Quality Control Lab

R&D and Quality Control

Innovation centers within MIDC

World-Class Infrastructure & Logistics

Chakan provides an unparalleled ecosystem designed specifically to support heavy industry, automotive assembly, and massive logistics operations.

Strategic Connectivity

Located on the Pune-Nashik National Highway (NH-60). Close proximity to the Mumbai-Pune Expressway ensures rapid transit to JNPT Port (approx 130 km).

Uninterrupted Utilities

Dedicated high-tension power substations by MSEDCL and massive water supply networks managed directly by MIDC authorities.

Premium Hospitality

Supported by premium business hotels including Courtyard by Marriott Chakan, DoubleTree by Hilton (nearby), and numerous executive stay options for international delegates.

Logistics Network

Prime Location Matrix

  • Pune Airport 35 KM
  • Mumbai (JNPT) 130 KM
  • Pune Railway Station 32 KM
  • Talegaon MIDC 15 KM

Industrial Compliances & Licensing

Navigating the regulatory framework is streamlined in Chakan. Here are the major compliances required for setting up your manufacturing unit.

MPCB Clearances

The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board regulates environmental norms. Setting up requires strict adherence to pollution control guidelines.

  • Consent to Establish (CTE) Required before starting construction of the plant.
  • Consent to Operate (CTO) Required before commencing actual production activities.
  • Categorization Industries are classified into Red, Orange, Green, and White categories based on pollution index.

Factory License (DISH)

Governed by the Directorate of Industrial Safety and Health (DISH) under the Factories Act, 1948 to ensure worker safety, health, and welfare.

  • Plan Approval Submission of factory building plans for safety layout approval.
  • Registration & License Grant Mandatory for units with 10+ workers (with power) or 20+ workers (without power).
  • Annual Renewals & Returns Filing of annual returns regarding employment, safety incidents, and wages.

* The MIDC portal offers a Single Window Clearance system (MAITRI) to expedite these approvals for new investors.

Future Scope

Ongoing Developments & Expansion

Chakan Phase III & IV Expansion

Construction

Acquisition and development of thousands of hectares to accommodate EV manufacturers.

Pune Ring Road Project

Highway Development

Proposed outer ring road to bypass city traffic and enhance freight movement.

Pune Metro Extension

Metro Rail

Proposed extensions to aid daily commuter transport for the workforce.