Building digital pathways to redefine Calicut as a world-class innovation hub
What We Aspire
A united vision for Calicut's innovative future!
CITI 2.0 is an iconic establishment that represents a pioneering collaboration of nine prominent stakeholders united by a common vision: to build Calicut into a prospering technology and innovation hub that stands out in India's rising economy.
Our journey began in 2008 with the establishment of the Calicut Information & Technology Initiative (CITI), born from the visionary foresight of the Malabar Chamber of Commerce.
The success of CITI in attracting two major Cyberparks to Calicut laid the foundation for something even more ambitious—the birth of CITI 2.0 in 2020.
Today, CITI 2.0 represents a powerful convergence of expertise, bringing together the region's most influential institutions: Malabar Chamber of Commerce, NIT Calicut, IIM Kozhikode, Cyber Park Kerala, Kerala State Information Technology Infrastructure Limited (KSITIL), UL Cyber Park, Confederation of Real Estate Developer's Associations Of India (CREDAI), Calicut, Calicut Forum for IT (CAFIT), and Calicut Management Association (CMA). Registered under the Indian Societies Registration Act, our alliance combines academic excellence, technological innovation, and business expertise.
Our mission is bold yet achievable: to generate 10,000 jobs within two years and scale to 100,000 jobs within 5 years. We're not just creating employment— we're building futures. Our commitment includes developing an additional 10 lakh square feet of IT space and creating a robust infrastructure that supports our vision of Calicut as an aspirational hub. What sets us apart is our strategic focus on connecting Calicut to global opportunities, particularly in the Middle East. We're positioning our city as a 'digital gateway to the world.' At CITI 2.0, we believe in the power of collaboration. Our success stems from effective partnerships between academia, industry, and government—a tripartite alliance that drives innovation and sustainable growth. We're not just developing a city; we're crafting a legacy of technological excellence and economic prosperity blending our rich cultural heritage with the most modern technological innovation to create a future that inspires.
Vision
Mission
Act as the primary ambassador for Kozhikode's IT industry, strategically attracting investments, forging partnerships, and facilitating collaborations that positively impact the local IT ecosystem. Position Kozhikode as an aspirational hub of Innovation & Technology.
Engage proactively with city, state, and national governments to advocate for diverse initiatives that elevate the profile of the local IT ecosystem, ensuring alignment with broader economic and developmental goals.
Foster international collaborations for Kozhikode's Innovation & Technology sector by establishing synergies with similar ecosystems worldwide. Target regions include the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Africa, and beyond, advancing the global positioning of the local IT industry.
Attract a diverse pool of remote workers and professionals to Kozhikode, contributing significantly to the local economy, nurturing cultural exchange, and catalyzing the overall growth of the city as a preferred technology hub