Bengaluru: The Emerging Hub for Global Industry

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar encourages global investment in Bengaluru, spotlighting its robust infrastructure, talent pool, and investor-friendly environment at the World Economic Forum. Highlighting its strengths in technology and healthcare, he advocates for the city's readiness to accommodate future growth and urbanization.

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar called upon international industry leaders to invest in Bengaluru, terming it a 'city of the future' with a strong ecosystem, skilled workforce, and supportive governance.

Shivakumar highlighted Bengaluru's ideal environment for growth, noting that 500 Fortune companies and a deep talent pool across sectors like aerospace and IT already thrive in the city. He emphasized Karnataka's robust healthcare education, producing 1.5 lakh healthcare professionals annually.

He expressed confidence in Bengaluru's infrastructure plans, including a metro expansion and strong public transport system, to support its status as a global industry hub. Comparing Bengaluru to silicon tech capitals, he underscored the state's commitment to enhancing transport connectivity statewide for future growth.

(With inputs from agencies.)