Kerala: Highlight Group gifts 47 cars worth Rs 20 crore to employees
CALICUT, Calicut: Celebrating three decades of transformation, HiLITE Group celebrated its 30th anniversary in a special way. To mark the occasion, the group gifted its dedicated employees a fleet of 47 cars worth ₹20 crore (approximately $1.5 million USD). Alongside this celebration of its people, the group also announced a major expansion of 50 million sq. ft. across Kerala by 2030. This massive roadmap is projected to create over 200,000 jobs in the state, representing both a legacy achievement and a forward-thinking strategy to position Kerala on the global investment and business map through IT parks, commercial hubs, and integrated urban ecosystems.
The fleet of cars gifted to its dedicated employees includes a range of premium and luxury models, including Range Rovers, Audi Q8, and Land Rover Defender, as well as popular models like the Tata Harrier, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Skoda Kyalaq, and many others. By prioritizing this significant investment in its workforce, the Group highlights its people-centric approach and dedication to its employees. “For three decades, we have focused on building the best aspects of Kerala. Our vision is to create aspirational places that stand the test of time,” said P. Sulaiman, Chairman of the Highlight Group. “The scale we are announcing today reflects our confidence in Kerala’s future,” said Ajeel Muhammed, CEO of the Highlight Group. “Our projects are designed to elevate Kerala’s position in the global economy while strengthening local opportunities,” he said. Founded in 1996, Highlight has pioneered landmark projects ranging from Focus Mall, Kerala’s first organized retail space, to the massive Highlight Malls in Calicut and Thrissur. With an estimated investment of $680 million, this project will significantly strengthen Kerala’s global trade footprint. The event was hosted at HiLITE Olympus, Calicut, a residential development recognised as an ET Iconic Project of 2025.
