Funding · Chennai · 18 Sep 2026

Walgreens signed an MoU to open its first India global capability centre in Taramani, Chennai, starting with 250 jobs.

சென்னை தரமணியில் இந்தியாவின் முதல் உலகளாவிய திறன் மையத்தைத் தொடங்க வால்கிரீன்ஸ் புரிந்துணர்வு ஒப்பந்தம் செய்தது; தொடக்கத்தில் 250 வேலைவாய்ப்புகள். AI translation

The centre will handle technology and business services from DLF Downtown on the new OMR GCC corridor.

What was signed

Walgreens India Private Limited signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Tamil Nadu government at the Secretariat in Chennai, with Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay present. Walgreens is a US-based pharmacy and healthcare company.

Under the MoU, Walgreens will set up its first global capability centre (GCC) in India. It will be in the DLF Downtown complex in Taramani, on the newly announced OMR GCC Corridor, and will focus on technology and business services.

Jobs and plans

The centre is expected to give high-value jobs to 250 people in its first year, according to the report, which is based on a state press release. Industries Minister S. Keerthana wrote on X that "250+ jobs" are expected in the first year. Walgreens plans to expand in the coming years.

The report does not give an investment amount, an opening date or the size of the office.

Who was there

Also present were Chief Secretary Mu. Saikumar, Industries Department Additional Chief Secretary S. Vijayakumar and Guidance MD and CEO Deepak Jacob. Walgreens was represented by its GCC head Umapathy Viswanathan and director Masood Ahmed.

Keerthana said deals like this strengthen Chennai's standing as a place where global firms build and grow. The Chief Minister asked Walgreens to explore jobs for young people in Tier-II and Tier-III cities of Tamil Nadu.

Why it matters in Tamil Nadu

The centre is expected to employ 250 people in Chennai in its first year, and the Chief Minister asked Walgreens to look at jobs for young people in Tamil Nadu's smaller cities.

Where this comes from

SourceDeccan Chronicle
Checked against the source14 Oct 2026
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