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About THUDITSSIA

Three decades of empowering tiny, small and medium enterprises in Thoothukudi district — built by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs.

400+
Active Members
35+
Years of Service
1991
Year Founded
5+
Industrial Exhibitions
Reg. 91
Registration No.
Our Story

The Apex Body for Small Industry in Thoothukudi

THUDITSSIA — Thoothukudi District Tiny and Small Scale Industries Association — was established on 15th November 1991 with a singular vision: to nurture and protect the interests of tiny, small and medium enterprises across Thoothukudi district.

Founded by a passionate group of entrepreneurs led by President Mr. K. Kathiresan and Secretary Mr. P. Chinnadurai, the association has grown from a small collective into the premier apex body representing over 400 MSMEs in the district.

Registered under Registration No. 91, THUDITSSIA has consistently worked to bridge the gap between government policy and ground-level implementation, ensuring that the smallest manufacturers have a strong collective voice in corridors of power.

"From Thoothukudi, For the Nation" — the motto that drives every initiative, every training, every exhibition we organise for our member industries.

Over three decades, we have hosted industrial exhibitions, secured credit access for members, conducted skill development programmes, and formed strategic alliances with national-level institutions — all in service of the entrepreneurs who form the backbone of Thoothukudi's economy.

THUDITSSIA Office Building — Constructed 2012
Leadership at the Start

Founding Leadership

The visionaries who established THUDITSSIA on 15th November 1991 and set the foundation for what it is today.

Mr. K. Kathiresan
Founding President

Visionary entrepreneur and founding President of THUDITSSIA, who rallied the small industry community of Thoothukudi and laid the foundation for the association on 15th November 1991.

Mr. P. Chinnadurai
Founding Secretary

Founding Secretary of THUDITSSIA and the organisational backbone of the association's early years. His dedication to paperwork, policy, and member services set the standard for all secretaries who followed.

Past Leadership

Board of Honors

Presidents, General Secretaries and Treasurers who have led THUDITSSIA since 1991.

Year President General Secretary Treasurer
1991 – 1994 K. Kathiresan P. Chinnadurai M.V.M.S.R. Rajan
1994 – 1997 K. Kathiresan P. Chinnadurai M.V.M.S.R. Rajan
1997 – 2000 K. Kathiresan P. Chinnadurai M.V.M.S.R. Rajan
2000 – 2003 S.K.S.C. Nadarajan Y. Sooriya Prakash C. Naren Dharmaraj
2003 – 2006 N. Jeyarayan K. Nehru Prakash C. Naren Dharmaraj
2006 – 2009 N. Jeyarayan K. Nehru Prakash C. Naren Dharmaraj
2009 – 2012 N. Jeyarayan K. Nehru Prakash C. Naren Dharmaraj
2012 – 2015 P. Chinnadurai C. Naren Dharmaraj S. Ganesan
2015 – 2018 S. Ganesan G. Rajendran J. Raj Selvin
2018 – 2021 K. Nehru Prakash J. Raj Selvin S.V. Chandra Mohan
2021 – 2024 K. Nehru Prakash J. Raj Selvin J. Elains Raja
Our Journey

Key Milestones

Association Founded

THUDITSSIA established on 15th November 1991 by Mr. K. Kathiresan and Mr. P. Chinnadurai along with founding members to represent tiny and small scale industries of Thoothukudi district.

1991
1999

Own Land Acquired

THUDITSSIA purchased its own office land, laying the groundwork for a permanent home for the association and its members.

First TIE Exhibition

The first THUDITSSIA Industrial Exhibition (TIE) was organised in 2005, giving members an unprecedented platform to showcase products and connect with buyers across Tamil Nadu.

2005
2012

Own Office Building

Construction of THUDITSSIA's own office building was completed, giving the association a permanent, professional base of operations at 4/158, Ram Nagar, Ettayapuram Road.

MoU with EDII Tamil Nadu

THUDITSSIA signed a Memorandum of Understanding with EDII Tamil Nadu (Entrepreneurship Development Institute), enabling subsidised entrepreneurship training and skill development for members.

2017
Now

400+ Members & Growing

THUDITSSIA today represents over 400 active MSME members, continues to host training events, industrial exhibitions, and advocate for policy changes benefiting small industry.

Purpose & Direction

Mission & Vision

Our Mission

"From Thoothukudi, For the Nation"

To protect, promote, and develop the interests of tiny, small and medium enterprises in Thoothukudi district by providing access to:

  • Government credit and subsidy schemes
  • Marketing platforms and industrial exhibitions
  • Skill development and technology training
  • Policy advocacy at state and national level
  • Peer networking and knowledge exchange
Our Vision

A Self-Reliant MSME Ecosystem

We envision a Thoothukudi district where every tiny and small industry is financially stable, technologically capable, and globally competitive.

  • Zero-barrier access to government schemes for all members
  • Thoothukudi-made products on national & global markets
  • A thriving industrial community guided by knowledge and networks
  • Next-generation entrepreneurs supported from day one
Government Support We Facilitate

Schemes We Help Members Access

We guide members and new entrepreneurs — including non-members — to become successful entrepreneurs by accessing these key government programmes.

PMEGP
Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme
PMRY
Prime Minister's Rozgar Yojana
NEEDS
New Entrepreneur and Enterprise Development Scheme
UYEGP
Unemployed Youth Employment Generation Programme
AABCS
Ambedkar Award for Best Cottage & Small Industry
TWEES
Tamil Nadu Women Entrepreneurship & Enterprise Support
Our Network

Strategic Collaborations

Partnerships that expand opportunities for every THUDITSSIA member.

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DIC Thoothukudi

District Industries Centre — primary government liaison for licensing, registration, and scheme facilitation for members.

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MFSEC

MSME Facilitation and Service Enhancement Council — dispute resolution and facilitation support for MSME members.

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EDII Tamil Nadu

Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (TN) — subsidised training, MoU signed in 2017 for skill development.

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TIIC

Tamil Nadu Industrial Investment Corporation — term loan and working capital facility for MSME expansion and modernisation.

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SIPCOT

State Industries Promotion Corporation of Tamil Nadu — industrial parks, infrastructure, and investment facilitation for growing enterprises.

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SIDCO

Small Industries Development Corporation — industrial plot allotment and infrastructure support for member units.