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- Sun, 14 December 2025
Chennai-based agritech startup Fragaria announced on October 1 that it would relocate its headquarters to Bengaluru. In a widely shared post on LinkedIn and X, founder Harish Varadharajan described the move as “inevitable,” pointing to climate challenges in Chennai.
“As a Tamil boy, I dreamt of building a truly global product right from Tamil Nadu. We gave it everything in Chennai — and proved premium strawberries can be grown here against all odds.
But the climate, market access, supportive laws for agriculture, expat livability, and the thriving startup ecosystem have made the move to Bengaluru inevitable.”
Even with the headquarters moving, Fragaria isn’t cutting ties with Chennai entirely. Its research and development work will continue in the city, keeping roots in the ecosystem where it first began.
Some residents questioned the climate argument, noting Chennai’s coastal breezes and arguing that extreme heat is limited to just a few months. They suggested that the city already has strong talent and infrastructure, and should instead double down on improving its startup support systems.
Others expressed frustration over repeated losses of high-potential ventures, despite the state’s investments in education and infrastructure. They see this relocation as a symptom of deeper structural issues that Chennai must address quickly if it wants to remain competitive
Experts observe that Bengaluru’s advantage is not limited to climate: its liberal policies, deep investor network, and proven track record in fostering innovation are major draws for startups.
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