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Lenskart's World's Largest Eyewear Factory in Telangana

Published on March 6, 2025
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Imagine a factory so big that it produces eyewear for people not just in India but all across the world! That’s exactly what Lenskart is planning to do with its brand-new mega facility in Telangana. With an investment of Rs 1,500 crore, this will be the largest eyewear manufacturing unit in the world. Let’s dive into what this means for India and why it’s such exciting news!

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Why Telangana?

Lenskart, a well-known eyewear company, explored several states before choosing Telangana for its big project. The main reason? Telangana’s speedy approvals, ease of doing business, and excellent policies made it the perfect place for setting up such a massive plant.

The company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telangana government in the presence of the state’s Industries and IT Minister, Duddilla Sridhar Babu.

What Will the Factory Produce?

This giant factory will manufacture:

  • Eyeglasses
  • Lenses
  • Sunglasses
  • Accessories

The products will not just serve people in India but will also be exported to Southeast Asia and the Middle East. This move will help Lenskart expand its global presence and make high-quality eyewear more accessible worldwide.

New Job Opportunities

One of the most exciting aspects of this project is job creation. The plant is expected to provide employment to around 2,100 people.

And that’s not all—there are talks about setting up a research and development (R&D) center in the future, which means even more job opportunities.

Lenskart’s Growth

Lenskart has been growing rapidly over the years. Here are some amazing facts about the company:

  • It has over 2,500 stores, out of which 2,000 are in India.
  • It raised $200 million from global investors like Temasek and Fidelity.
  • Its valuation has jumped to $5.6 billion and could go up to $6 billion soon!
  • It has acquired companies like Tango Eye (AI-based vision tech) and Owndays (a Japanese eyewear brand) to boost its business.

Competing with Global Giants

Lenskart isn’t alone in the eyewear industry. It competes with big names like Titan Eyeplus, Specsmakers, Vision Express, and even international giants like Warby Parker and Luxottica Group.

With this new facility, Lenskart is set to become an even bigger global player!

A Visionary Future

Lenskart’s decision to build its largest factory in Telangana marks a significant milestone in India’s industrial and economic growth. With advanced technology, job creation, and global expansion, this eyewear giant is setting an example for other companies to follow.

So, next time you see someone rocking a stylish pair of glasses, there’s a good chance they were made in Telangana!

Authored by, Amay Mathur | Senior Editor

Amay Mathur is a business news reporter at Chegg.com. He previously worked for PCMag, Business Insider, The Messenger, and ZDNET as a reporter and copyeditor. His areas of coverage encompass tech, business, strategy, finance, and even space. He is a Columbia University graduate.

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