Karnataka

Initiatives making Karnataka a prime warehouse location

Ranked No. 1 in NITI Aayog’s Innovation Index, Karnataka is a pioneer in embracing innovation and technology. Spanning 1,91,791 sq km and boasting a literacy rate of 75.36%, this state leads India’s technology sector, attracting investments and driving exports.

Notably, it is home to 400 Fortune 500 companies, making it a thriving hub for various industries. Emerging business opportunities span across auto, electronics, food processing, heavy machinery, and textiles.

The State of Karnataka is well-connected with 2 international airports and 145 state highways. The Bengaluru – Mumbai Economic Corridor and Chennai – Bengaluru Industrial Corridor enhance connectivity to major markets, highlighting its prominence in the industrial landscape. Karnataka is India’s leading services exporting state and continues to be recognised for its business-friendly environment under DPIIT’s Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP).

Bengaluru, the capital city, is well-connected by rail to major cities, supported by key railway stations like Mysore, Shivamogga, Hubbali, and Chamarajanagar, and is the startup capital of India.

2 International Airports: Kempegowda International Airport and Mangaluru International Airport

7,332 km of National Highways

27,880 km of State Highways

343.30 km Coastline

1 Major Port:
New Mangalore Port

10 Minor Ports

6,623 km Rail Network

Source: investindia.gov.in/state/karnataka

Karnataka’s Industrial Landscape

Karnataka presents an attractive destination for industrial and entrepreneurial activities.

The state is India’s technology hub and home to the world’s fourth-largest technology cluster, with Bengaluru consistently ranked among the world’s leading startup ecosystems. Karnataka also leads the country in services exports and ranks among India’s top destinations for foreign direct investment, accounting for around 21% of cumulative FDI inflows between October 2019 and March 2026.

Recognised as the R&D hub of India, Karnataka hosts over 400 multinational corporations with Global Capability Centres and R&D facilities. The state is also a leader in aerospace, contributing 60 to 65% of India’s aerospace manufacturing and exports, while the 2,050 MW Pavagada Solar Park, one of the world’s largest, reflects its commitment to renewable energy.

Supported by world-class connectivity, a highly skilled workforce and investor-friendly policies, Karnataka remains one of South India’s preferred destinations for manufacturing, warehousing and logistics.

Focus Sectors in Karnataka

Automobiles and Auto Components
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices
Engineering and Machine Tools
Knowledge-Based Industries
Core Sectors – Steel and Cement
Sugar
Logistics
Renewable Energy
Aerospace and Defence
Electric Vehicles
Healthcare and Wellness
Biofuels

Economic Indicators

8.1%

GSDP Growth

4^th Rank

Technology Cluster in World
in Size

21

Operational SEZs

Horizon Industrial Parks in Karnataka

Horizon Industrial Parks in Karnataka, at Dobbaspet and Malur, present highly attractive locations for 3PL and manufacturing businesses, aligning with the state’s overall industrial prowess.

The two parks at Dobbaspet benefit from a prime location within the KIADB allotted area and are most ideal for industrial and warehousing activities. Collectively encompassing 225 acres in the Neelmangala-Dobbaspet warehousing cluster, they offer proximity to key transportation hubs including the Mumbai-Bangalore highway. While the park in Malur, spread across 97 acres, located on the Malur-Whitefield Road, provides convenient access to the city of Bengaluru, the Kempegowda International Airport and most major railway stations.

Their Grade A status means assured compliance and offers versatile solutions, either plug-and-play or built-to-suit and is perfect for a diverse set of customer requirements.

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