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The Hindu
5 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Karnataka appeals to Centre to finalise location for second airport for Bengaluru
Minister for Industries and Infrastructure Development M.B. Patil met Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu in Delhi on Thursday to seek finalisation of location for the second international airport for Bengaluru and also international status for Hubballi and Belagavi airports. He also sought approval for the inauguration of the Vijayapura airport and urged the Centre to upgrade the Hubballi and Belagavi airports to international status, according to an official release. Mr. Patil informed the Union Minister that an expert team from the Airports Authority of India (AAI) had already visited the three shortlisted sites for Bengaluru's second international airport, and their report was being awaited. Regarding the Vijayapura airport, the Minister noted that the project is ready for launch, with only clearance from the Union Ministry of Environment pending. Highlighting the importance of the Hubballi and Belagavi airports, Mr. Patil emphasised the need to upgrade them to international status in view of the region's development and to boost connectivity of North Karnataka with South Maharashtra and Goa. Both airports were being equipped with terminals capable of handling 2,400 passengers an hour and could accommodate AB320 and A321 class aircrafts, respectively. They were also equipped with night-landing facilities and dedicated cargo terminals. Belagavi, apart from being a defence location, is a well-known educational hub attracting international students, while Hubballi-Dharwad is rapidly emerging as an industrial zone. Granting international status to these airports would support comprehensive growth in the North Karnataka region and foster expansion in sectors such as e-commerce and logistics, Mr. Patil maintained. Stakeholder status sought He also appealed to the Centre to consider Karnataka as an active stakeholder in the airport asset monetisation programme. A more equitable and participatory model would not only recognise the State's significant contribution, but also ensure the long-term sustainability of airport infrastructure development, he stated. The Ministry of Civil Aviation is currently undertaking airport asset monetisation through public-private partnerships, including the proposed privatisation of 13 airports, such as Hubballi. However, despite Karnataka's key role in land acquisition, infrastructure development, and operational facilitation, it has not been granted stakeholder status in the monetisation framework, Mr. Patil highlighted. He further explained that the State has made major financial commitments—over ₹319 crore for the runway expansion at Mysuru airport, an additional ₹101.81 crore for associated infrastructure facilities, and nearly ₹450 crore for the acquisition of over 600 acres for the Hubballi airport. Kalaburagi airport, entirely developed by the State government and later handed over to the AAI, currently generates no revenue or equity participation for the State, he pointed out. Mr. Patil was accompanied by Infrastructure Development Secretary N. Manjula and KSIIDC Managing Director Khushbu Goel.
Hans India
17-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
State to set up quantum task force, targets $20 bn economy by 2035
Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has announced plans to form a dedicated Task Force to steer the growth of the quantum technology sector, reaffirming its commitment to establishing the state as a national leader in quantum science and innovation. This move is part of a larger strategic vision to develop a $20 billion quantum economy by 2035. At a high-level consultation held at Vidhana Soudha on Tuesday, ministers overseeing the portfolios of Science & Technology, Industries, IT & BT, and Minor Irrigation met with senior executives from global tech companies and academic leaders to discuss Karnataka's roadmap in the quantum domain. Ministers N.S. Boseraju (Science & Technology), M.B. Patil (Industries), and Priyank Kharge (IT & BT) addressed the gathering, assuring comprehensive support — including land allocation, infrastructure, and policy backing — to foster a thriving quantum ecosystem. 'Karnataka is uniquely positioned to lead India's quantum revolution, given its world-class institutions, skilled talent pool, and forward-looking industrial base,' said Minister Boseraju. 'We will consult the Chief Minister to form a Task Force to guide this effort.' Industries Minister M.B. Patil reiterated the government's readiness to facilitate industry demands swiftly, while IT&BT Minister Priyank Kharge stressed the importance of skill development and deep-tech collaboration. The meeting was attended by representatives from IBM, AWS, Infosys, L&T, XeedQ, QpiAI, IISc, JNCASR, IIIT Dharwad and others. Vision Group Chairman Kris Gopalakrishnan and government officials, including Principal Secretaries and Commissioners, were also present. The upcoming Quantum India Conclave, scheduled for July 31 and August 1, will mark the first major event under Karnataka's emerging quantum mission.
The Hindu
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Karnataka to form task force and road map for quantum tech development
Minister for Science and Technology N.S. Boseraju has announced that a dedicated Quantum Task Force will be constituted and a strategic roadmap prepared for the comprehensive development of the quantum technology ecosystem to make Karnataka a $20 billion quantum advantage-driven economy by 2035. He made this announcement while addressing a high-level meeting in Bengaluru ahead of India's first 'Quantum India Conclave' to be held on July 31 and August 1 in Bengaluru. According to an official release, the meeting in which key representatives from leading quantum technology companies participated, observed that Karnataka was well-positioned to emerge as a major stakeholder in India's quantum ecosystem. Responding to them, Industries Minister M.B. Patil said, 'Our objective is to ensure that Karnataka becomes a leader in quantum technology. The State government is fully prepared to offer land, infrastructure, and all types of support needed for industries to thrive.' Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Boseraju said the Government of Karnataka was ready to offer all necessary support to make the State a leader in the quantum sector. 'We will prepare a road map. We will consult Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on forming a dedicated task force to guide this roadmap. Our government is committed to framing the necessary policies to support this mission. Our goal is to make Karnataka a $20 billion quantum advantage-driven economy by 2035. As part of this vision, India's first 'Quantum India Conclave' will be organised on July 31 and August 1 by the Department of Science and Technology.' IT&BT Minister Priyank Kharge said, 'Skill development in human resources is crucial for Karnataka to lead the quantum revolution. We are committed to enabling a robust ecosystem of innovation and deep-tech collaboration. Through a phased approach under the proposed Quantum Mission, we aim to become a bridge between industry, academic institutions, and innovation networks. Karnataka must be at the forefront on the global quantum map.'
Hans India
16-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Karnataka to Set Up Quantum Task Force, Targets $20 Billion Economy by 2035
Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has announced plans to form a dedicated Task Force to steer the growth of the quantum technology sector, reaffirming its commitment to establishing the state as a national leader in quantum science and innovation. This move is part of a larger strategic vision to develop a $20 billion quantum economy by 2035. At a high-level consultation held at Vidhana Soudha on Tuesday, ministers overseeing the portfolios of Science & Technology, Industries, IT & BT, and Minor Irrigation met with senior executives from global tech companies and academic leaders to discuss Karnataka's roadmap in the quantum domain. Ministers N.S. Boseraju (Science & Technology), M.B. Patil (Industries), and Priyank Kharge (IT & BT) addressed the gathering, assuring comprehensive support — including land allocation, infrastructure, and policy backing — to foster a thriving quantum ecosystem. 'Karnataka is uniquely positioned to lead India's quantum revolution, given its world-class institutions, skilled talent pool, and forward-looking industrial base,' said Minister Boseraju. 'We will consult the Chief Minister to form a Task Force to guide this effort.' Industries Minister M.B. Patil reiterated the government's readiness to facilitate industry demands swiftly, while IT&BT Minister Priyank Kharge stressed the importance of skill development and deep-tech collaboration. The meeting was attended by representatives from IBM, AWS, Infosys, L&T, XeedQ, QpiAI, IISc, JNCASR, IIIT Dharwad and others. Vision Group Chairman Kris Gopalakrishnan and government officials, including Principal Secretaries and Commissioners, were also present. The upcoming Quantum India Conclave, scheduled for July 31 and August 1, will mark the first major event under Karnataka's emerging quantum mission.
The Hindu
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka vie over aerospace park after the latter calls off land acquisition in Devanahalli
The Karnataka government's decision to cancel the acquisition of land in Devanahalli for an aerospace park has led to a tug of war between Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka over the future of the project, with Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh inviting the aerospace industry to his State and Karnataka Industries Minister M.B. Patil stating that there was no need to relocate. Both Ministers spoke to The Hindu after a sharp exchange of comments on the issue on social media platform X. Speaking a day after his post on the subject went viral, Mr. Lokesh, Andhra Pradesh Minister for Human Resource Development, Information Technology, and Real Time Governance, said that his invitation to industries in the aerospace sector was meant seriously. 'I believe in States being competitive, and the offer was made in that spirit. We are actively thinking of reaching out to the aerospace industry to set up shop in Andhra Pradesh, we have over 8,000 acres to spare, and Anantapur is a good spot. Apart from Kia (South Korean automobile multinational Kia Corporation), we are actively looking at the renewable energy and defence industries sectors for that area. We are totally prepared to scale up the infrastructure required,' he said. Responding to Mr. Lokesh's offer, Karnataka Industries Minister M.B. Patil categorically stated that the cancellation of the land acquisition in Devanahalli, after protests by farmer groups, did not mean the end of the aerospace project. 'Out of the 1,700 acres that were earmarked, there are some people, with around 700 acres, who voluntarily came forward for land acquisition. Also, this is not the last parcel of land available in Karnataka. For the aerospace industry to prosper, elements apart from land are also crucial, which are available in Karnataka, like an ecosystem for defence-related industries to flourish. Karnataka provides 65% of the aerospace base in the country and is the third largest globally. Not even one industry will move out of Karnataka for want of land. I want to convey to Nara Lokesh that our waters are calm,' Mr. Patil said. 'This morning itself I had a meeting with officials from an aerospace company and things are still on,' he added. Why Devanahalli farmers in Karnataka have been protesting for over 1,180 days The land acquisition in Devanahalli was halted after 1,198 days of protests, with direct intervention by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in favour of farmers who did not want to give up land for industry and wanted to continue with agriculture. The aerospace park project envisaged a large space for the development of the sector. While the war of words has been on, the involvement of senior Ministers has a history behind it. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu had, in a previous tenure as Chief Minister of undivided Andhra Pradesh, managed to entice the team setting up the Indian School of Business (ISB) in Hyderabad, despite feelers from other States, by being proactive about the ISB team's concerns over land and other issues at the time.
