Tamil Nadu leads in factory presence
India’s Factory Hub Tamil Nadu: The Annual Survey of Industries 2023–2024, published on August 27, 2025, confirmed Tamil Nadu as the state with the highest number of factories in India. Out of a total of 2,60,061 factories, the state held a commanding 15.43% share, securing its position as the country’s foremost manufacturing hub.
Major contributor to employment
Factories across India provided jobs to more than 1.95 crore workers. Tamil Nadu alone accounted for 15.24% of this workforce, placing it ahead of all other states. Gujarat followed with 13.07%, while Maharashtra stood close with 12.95%. Uttar Pradesh (8.30%) and Karnataka (6.29%) were also significant contributors to industrial employment.
Static GK fact: Tamil Nadu has historically been a leader in industrialization, with more than 45% of its population engaged in non-agricultural activities.
Other leading industrial states
Behind Tamil Nadu, Gujarat secured 12.81% of total factories, while Maharashtra recorded 10.20%. Uttar Pradesh at 8.51% and Andhra Pradesh with 6.16% completed the top five. These states together represent India’s most vital centers of industrial growth.
Static GK fact: The Factories Act of 1948 provides the legal framework for working hours, safety measures, and welfare of factory workers in India.
Role in capital and productivity
Tamil Nadu not only leads in numbers but also ranks third in Fixed Capital with 8.09%. The state’s share in national Output stood at 10.11%, while its contribution to Gross Value Added was 10.26%. This reflects the state’s strong balance between physical infrastructure and industrial productivity.
Static GK tip: Gross Value Added (GVA) is a key measure that reflects the real contribution of an industry to the economy.
Industrial backbone of Tamil Nadu
The state’s industrial power is built upon its strong sectors such as automobiles, textiles, leather, electronics, and heavy engineering. Popularly known as the Detroit of Asia, Tamil Nadu is home to some of the largest vehicle manufacturers in the world. These industries not only generate large-scale employment but also add to the state’s reputation as India’s premier manufacturing hub.
Static GK fact: Cities like Chennai, Coimbatore, and Tiruppur are globally recognized for automobile, textile, and engineering industries respectively.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
India’s Factory Hub Tamil Nadu:
| Topic | Detail |
| Survey release date | August 27, 2025 |
| Survey authority | Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation |
| Total factories in India | 2,60,061 |
| Tamil Nadu share of factories | 15.43% |
| Tamil Nadu share of employment | 15.24% |
| Gujarat share of factories | 12.81% |
| Maharashtra share of factories | 10.20% |
| Uttar Pradesh share of factories | 8.51% |
| Andhra Pradesh share of factories | 6.16% |
| Tamil Nadu rank in Fixed Capital | Third (8.09%) |
| Tamil Nadu rank in Output | Third (10.11%) |
| Tamil Nadu rank in Gross Value Added | Third (10.26%) |
