The local economy is driven by government administration, education, and a rapidly expanding information technology sector.
* **Infosys:** Operates a massive, architecturally distinct campus in the Rajiv Gandhi Technology Park, acting as one of the city's largest private employers. * **Tech Mahindra:** Another anchor tenant in the IT Park, providing significant employment in software and business services. * **The Tribune Trust:** A major historical employer in the media sector, headquartered in Chandigarh. * **Regional Hubs:** Major Indian banks, telecommunications companies (like Airtel), and pharmaceutical firms maintain significant northern regional headquarters here.