Vanchinathan Thangavel Establishes VIDVEDA Group and Expands into Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing
Vanchinathan Thangavel, founder-chairman of Chennai's VIDVEDA Group, has expanded his company into semiconductor and electronics manufacturing, building a diverse portfolio that includes aerospace components and advanced electronics systems. After launching VIDVEDA in 2018, he is now constructing six new manufacturing plants, including India’s largest ammunition-filling facility, with an ambitious target of achieving an annual turnover of ₹3,000 crore. The group continues to enhance domestic supply chains through its subsidiary, YEEMAK, which focuses on electronics and appliances.
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Vanchinathan Thangavel, founder-chairman of Chennai-based VIDVEDA Group, transitioned from a background in farming to becoming an industrialist. He founded multiple companies in semiconductor design, aerospace components, and advanced electronics systems, with products used by global clients such as Samsung and Hyundai.
After graduating in electronics and communication engineering from Anna University in 2006, he gained experience in semiconductor design in Malaysia, leading to the launch of Jeanuvs in 2008. The company evolved into a manufacturer of aerospace and defense electronics, with facilities in Sriperumbudur, Pune, and Sri City.
In 2018, Thangavel launched VIDVEDA, focusing on developing over 4 million sqft of industrial infrastructure across various Indian cities. In 2022, he introduced YEEMAK, enhancing domestic supply chains in electronics and appliances. The group aims for an annual turnover of ₹3,000 crore and is constructing six new manufacturing plants, including India’s largest ammunition-filling facility at ₹4,000 crore investment.
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