Karnataka investments GIM 2025
Bengaluru: Karnataka made headlines by securing a record ₹10.27 lakh crore in investments during the Invest Karnataka 2025-Global Investors Meet (GIM). Announcing the achievement, Industries Minister MB Patil stated that these investments are projected to generate 6 lakh jobs across the state.
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Key Investment Highlights
- ₹4.25 lakh crore allocated to renewable energy (41% of total investments).
- ₹1.60 lakh crore dedicated to core manufacturing sectors like steel and cement.
- ₹1.39 lakh crore earmarked for sunrise industries such as aerospace, EVs, and R&D.
- ₹1.05 lakh crore invested in general manufacturing.
Leading this ambitious drive, the JSW Group pledged ₹1.2 lakh crore toward renewable energy, cement, steel, and related businesses. Other notable commitments include:
- Baldota Steel and Power Limited: ₹54,000 crore
- Mahindra Susten Pvt Ltd: ₹36,000 crore
- Hero Future Energies: ₹22,200 crore
- Suzlon Energy Ltd: ₹21,950 crore
- Epsilon Group: ₹15,350 crore
Focus on North Karnataka and Greenfield Projects
Minister Patil emphasized that 75% of the investments will benefit regions outside Bengaluru, with over 45% aimed at North Karnataka. Furthermore, 70% of the projects represent greenfield ventures, showcasing the state’s focus on fresh development opportunities.
KWIN City MoUs and Clean Mobility Policy
Karnataka signed ten MoUs for KWIN (Knowledge, Well-being & Innovation) Cities with domestic and international universities. Meanwhile, the state introduced the Clean Mobility Policy, which targets ₹50,000 crore in investments and aims to create 1 lakh jobs. To encourage green mobility, the policy includes up to 25% subsidies on capital expenditures.
Future Plans and Infrastructure Expansion
Karnataka’s Industrial Policy targets 20 lakh jobs through several initiatives, including:
- Industrial parks in Tumakuru and Vijayapura
- A startup park in Hubballi
- Deep-tech parks and Swift Cities in strategic locations
Each project is expected to attract ₹1 lakh crore in investments and create 1 lakh jobs, reflecting the state’s strategic approach to fostering growth.
With its visionary policies and commitment to sustainable development, Karnataka continues to lead the way in attracting global investments and driving economic progress.
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