Kerala has immense potential for investment and growth: Kalyan Silks MD
Kalyan Silks MD T.S. Pattabhiraman encouraged expatriate entrepreneurs to invest in Kerala, citing a business-friendly environment. He shared his company's growth story and emphasized the importance of generational transition in family businesses.
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Promoting investment in regional economies is a key driver for development, particularly when led by successful local business figures.
Kerala has immense potential for investment, and expatriate entrepreneurs should make use of the opportunities available in the State, said T.S. Pattabhiraman, chairman and managing director of Kalyan Silks.
Speaking at the World Malayalee Council, Indian Region’s first business conclave called ‘Emerge 2026’ in Coimbatore, he said Kerala had considerable scope for new businesses, investments and a business-friendly atmosphere. “The State should create an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and attracts more investment,” he added.
Sharing his journey in the textiles business, he said: “There were only two spinning and weaving mills in Kerala —Chackalo and Seetharaman. I belong to the Seetharaman family. We eventually lost everything, and what my brother and I have built today has been nothing short of a rebirth,” he added.
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