Chirag to set up Rs1000cr factory

R P group, manufacturers of the Chirag brand of computers, is investing Rs 1000 crore over the next two years in setting up a hardware manufacturing plant in Baruipur in West Bengal.

The 30-acre plant is expected to be operational within the next two years and would manufacture all computer hardware and IT components except chips.

Speaking to reporters, Kaustuv Ray, chairman of the R P group, said, "We have bought 30 acres in Baruipur. We have applied for SEZ status."

The company has roped in China-based Hasee and Taiwan-based Topstar for technological support.

The company is also planning to import its branded products all over the world.

R P group also launched its branded laptops in India today which at present is being imported from China. The laptops range between Rs 24,000 and Rs 36,000.

Speaking at the launch, Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, chief minister of West Bengal, said, "There are 600 colleges in West Bengal and 68 engineering colleges. A new manufacturing plant for IT components in the state will ensure more employment opportunities for the fresh graduates."