The Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) has initiated efforts to strengthen warehousing and logistics infrastructure in the Union Territory of Puducherry by exploring opportunities to develop modern warehousing facilities in Puducherry and Karaikal.
As part of this initiative, Shri Samuel Praveen Kumar, Director (Marketing & Corporate Planning), CWC, New Delhi, met Shri A. Namassivayam, Hon’ble Minister for Home, Government of Puducherry, on November 6, 2026, and sought the Minister’s support for the allotment of suitable land parcels in Puducherry and Karaikal.
The proposed development of modern warehousing infrastructure is aimed at strengthening the region’s warehousing and logistics ecosystem, while supporting the growing storage and supply chain requirements of businesses and industries in the Union Territory.
Shri J. Navukkarasu, Regional Manager, Chennai Region, CWC, was also present during the meeting.
The initiative marks a step towards expanding CWC’s infrastructure footprint and enhancing warehousing capabilities in Puducherry and Karaikal.