Belden Breaks Ground on $40 Million Chakan Plant Expansion
Belden Inc. has broken ground on the Belden Chakan Plant Expansion in Pune, Maharashtra, marking a key milestone in the company’s growth journey in India. The project reflects Belden’s continued investment in strengthening its global manufacturing network and expanding its reach in advanced connectivity solutions.
Belden Chakan Plant Expansion Accelerates Global Growth
The Belden Chakan Plant Expansion will add 19,000 square meters to the existing facility, representing an investment of roughly $40 million. This expansion will significantly increase production capacity and help Belden meet rising global demand for network and data infrastructure solutions.
Furthermore, the expanded site will serve as a central hub for high-quality products used in global industrial and communication networks. With this investment, Belden continues to strengthen its position in both domestic and international markets.
Enhancing Innovation and Manufacturing Capability
The new phase of the Chakan facility will produce state-of-the-art Ethernet switches, firewalls, connectivity assemblies, and patch cords tailored to industrial and building automation needs. These enhancements will enable Belden to deliver more advanced, high-performance products and expand its global impact in industrial connectivity.
Meanwhile, the company continues to focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability, aligning with the increasing demand for smarter automation systems across diverse industries.
Supporting “Made in India for the World”
“In India, where industrial, broadcast, and enterprise markets are experiencing exceptional growth, the Belden Chakan Plant Expansion allows us to address this opportunity directly,” said Dr. Ashish Chand, President and CEO of Belden. “We are committed to sourcing materials locally, which supports our vision of ‘Made in India for the World.’ This expansion strengthens our domestic foundation while establishing Chakan as a global export hub.”
As a result, Belden reaffirms its long-term commitment to building manufacturing strength in India while contributing to the nation’s role in global technology innovation.
Leadership and Strategic Vision
Dr. Chand, who joined Belden in 2002 and became President and CEO in 2023, continues to drive the company’s strategic global growth. Over the years, he has helped develop Belden’s Asia Pacific presence, including manufacturing locations in China and India.
In addition, Dr. Chand has been instrumental in expanding Belden’s product strategy, innovation, and go-to-market capabilities—building a foundation for the company’s continued success in data, automation, and network infrastructure.