1999
In a span of 5 years, STPI units’ exports increased 10,000% from Rs. 17 cr in 1992 to an impressive Rs. 1780 cr.
STPI units clocked Rs.3.4k cr exports, contributing 52% of national software exports in 1998. An impressive 1.3 lakh employment was provided by STPI units in 1999.
Identifying the needs of IT industry, STPI collaborated with 57 international carriers to provide connectivity to STP units promoting software exports across the globe.