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Chennai's $1 Trillion Dream: Pathway to Developed City by 2047

At $116 billion, Chennai's metropolitan economy accounts for approximately 31% of the state's GSDP. (File)

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News18•28-02-2026, 14:14

Chennai's $1 Trillion Dream: Pathway to Developed City by 2047

•Chennai, the "Detroit of India," is crucial for Tamil Nadu's goal of becoming a $4 trillion economy by 2047.
•The city's economy, currently at $116 billion, contributes 31% to Tamil Nadu's GSDP.
•Key growth drivers include automobiles, IT, healthcare, and ports, making it a diversified economic hub.
•To reach $1 trillion by 2047, Chennai needs a sustained 10% CAGR and an increased annual capex-to-GDP ratio of 12-15%.
•Challenges like policy stability, infrastructure, and climate resilience must be addressed for Chennai to achieve its potential.

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