The State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu (SIPCOT) has floated a ?89.9-crore tender for the development of essential infrastructure — including roads, stormwater drains, culverts, water supply, and sanitation — as part of the Knowledge City project planned in Tiruvallur. Announced in the 2022–23 state budget, the project is being developed in phases. Recently, the Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO) invited consultancy bids for the first phase, which includes constructing a Knowledge Tower on 12.65 acres. This facility will house R&D labs, tech firms, and research institutions. SIPCOT Managing Director K. Senthil Raj stated that the current tender focuses on infrastructure development in the Sengathakulam area of Tiruvallur district, a key part of the upcoming Knowledge City. The tender submission deadline is October 30. In addition to core infrastructure, the plan includes building bus shelters, parks, and other modern amenities. Construction will begin once the contractor is selected, with visible development expected within seven to eight months. Meanwhile, TIDCO is finalizing documents for a public-private partnership (PPP) model and is in discussions with several universities. During a recent visit to Germany, Chief Minister M. K. Stalin signed an MoU with RWTH Aachen University. The government believes that attracting international institutions to Tamil Nadu will help reduce the outflow of Indian students seeking higher education abroad. While the initiative is commendable, greater emphasis on bringing in top Indian universities could enhance domestic education standards and contribute more significantly to the country's academic ecosystem.

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