Last mentioned: Mar 15, 2026
The Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) has approved its inaugural investments under the Startup Investment Policy 2025, committing ₹25 crore each to AgniKul Cosmos and Raptee Energy. This move signals a strategic shift for the state agency as it rebrands itself as a 'venture catalyst' to anchor the state's future in deep-tech and advanced manufacturing.
The Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) has committed ₹25 crore each to spacetech pioneer AgniKul Cosmos and EV manufacturer Raptee Energy. This strategic investment, finalized by Industries Minister TRB Rajaa, underscores the state's ambition to become a global hub for advanced manufacturing and deeptech innovation.
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