Manjunath Bhandary, Member of Legislative Council, announced that the Karnataka state cabinet has approved a Rs 270 million textile park project in Karkala, Udupi.
To be developed on a PPP model, the textile park was initially proposed by BS Yediyurappa, former Chief Minister in 2020-21. The foundation for the project was laid in March 2023 by V Sunil Kumar, Past Minister for Energy, Kannada, and Culture.
Upon completion, the park will become a significant hub for textile production in Karnataka, contributing to both employment and economic growth in the region. The park is expected to attract investment and enhance local production capacity, making it a key part of the state's industrial development strategy.
