- Published on February 23, 2025
- In GCC
Is Karnataka Poised to Be the Next Global Manufacturing Giant?
“Both the central and state governments continue to create robust ecosystems to fuel the manufacturing sector’s growth, and Karnataka is leading from the front,” Venu mentioned.
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- By Shalini Mondal
Karnataka is steadily establishing itself as a global manufacturing hub, with significant investments and growing recognition across industries.
Recently, Volvo Group reportedly made a landmark ₹1,400 crore investment to expand its Hosakote manufacturing facility near Bengaluru. This expansion is poised to generate 2,000 direct jobs and increase production capacity to 20,000 units per year.
Such initiatives are not only contributing to the state's economic growth but also reaffirming its role as a key player in India's manufacturing ambitions.
This focus on manufacturing was a central theme at Invest Karnataka 2025, which concluded last week. Industry leaders from global players like Wipro GE Healthcare, Bosch Limited, Hitachi Energy, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, and othe
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Shalini Mondal
Shalini is a senior tech journalist, exploring the latest advancements in AI. When she's not reporting on the latest innovations, you can find her immersed in her next literary adventure.
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