Karnataka Unveils 12 New Investment Zones Across 30,000 Acres at GIM 2025
State Aims to Boost Industrial Growth with Cluster-Based Development and Green Initiatives
BNH NETWORK
Bengaluru - Karnataka’s Large and Medium Industries Minister M B Patil on Tuesday announced the establishment of 12 new investment zones spanning 30,000 acres, reinforcing the state’s commitment to industrial expansion. The announcement was made at the Global Investors Meet – Invest Karnataka 2025 (GIM 2025) in Bengaluru.
The new investment zones will be equipped with world-class infrastructure, with ₹3,800 crore allocated for clean water supply to industrial areas. These zones will complement the 200+ existing industrial areas in the state.
Patil highlighted Karnataka’s cluster-based approach to industry growth, focusing on aerospace and defense, electric vehicle manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, deep-tech, and drone technology. He emphasized that the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) has already developed 85,000+ acres of industrial land, accommodating 25,000 industries.
“With fierce global competition and shifting market dynamics, Karnataka is committed to redefining its industrial landscape through digital transformation, eco-friendly policies, and enhanced competitiveness,” said Patil.
The state government is also prioritizing support for MSMEs, which employ 55 lakh people across 8 lakh units, further strengthening Karnataka’s position as a global manufacturing and innovation hub.
