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Message from Honble Chief Minister Welcome to Karnataka, the Knowledge Hub of Asia. It gives me immense pleasure and pride to showcase Karnatakas potential at The Global Investors Meet 2010. The States entrepreneurial spirit in innovations and R&D has given us recognition world over. Our rich natural resources, proactive government policies, talented workforce and a strong economy have propelled the State to become a preferred investment destination. I have a dream, a vision for this one State with many opportunities. Vision 2020 for Karnataka seeks to propel a holistic growth by promoting equitable development of sectors and districts, districts by providing employment to all sections of people and regions of the State. It will also focus on ensuring excellent infrastructure, quality education, decent living conditions and life security for all our citizens. This vision, combined with our passion for excellence will drive the economy to greater heights. saS eo c o . We have ve witnessed w essed rapid p d and d unparalleled u p e ed growth g ow across c oss Karnataka is State of action. our knowledge-based sectors. Each of our 30 districts is unique in its own right, offering investment potential like no other state in the country. Over 700 MNCs are already reaping the advantages of making Karnataka their home. One new global company moves into our State every week and a new industrial unit is approved every day. Supported by rich natural resources and progressive policies, the State presents to its investors the right blend of strengths and opportunities. We would like to assure all investors that the State Government would extend fullest cooperation and support for the timely implementation of their projects. I would like to congratulate the investors for choosing our State and wish them a grand success in their ventures. With best wishes, B. S. Yeddyurappa y pp Chief Minister of Karnataka
Message from Honble Minister for Large & Medium Industries It is indeed with great pride that I take this opportunity to present to you the Global Investors Meet 2010 under the theme of Advantage g Karnataka The Knowledge g Hub of Asia. Karnataka is one of Indias fastest growing states with a strong industrial base and a vibrant economy. In recent times, Karnataka has forged ahead from its global technology leadership to being the knowledge hub. The State is making rapid strides in the areas of Information Technology, Biotechnology, Aerospace, Machine Tools, and Research & Development. The State Government has always provided an investor-friendly administration. To fulfil the Vision 2020 for Karnataka, the Government has undertaken several progressive policies to propel balanced regional growth across the State. The Government is acquiring 60,000 acres of land across 5 Industrial Corridors. The State Industrial Policy 2009 14 is facilitating investment in large projects through fiscal concessions, 2009-14 concessions land bank and single-window clearances. The SEZ Policy provides smooth flow of investments for projects in Special Economic Zones. A special thrust to infrastructure is being provided to cater to the needs of growing economy. Pioneering sector-specific policies such as the IT Policy, Semiconductor Policy, Biotech Millennium Policy, and Renewable Energy Policy y are also being g implemented. p Medical tourism and wellness centres are being g supported by Government accreditation norms to ensure quality care. The Smart Grid pilot project will be the first of its kind in the country leading the way for efficient, green power. I have no doubt that Karnataka will exceed every investors expectations as the ideal i investment d i i destination. O behalf On b h lf of f the h State S of f Karnataka, K k I invite i i all ll of f you to explore l opportunities of mutual growth and invest in our State. With best wishes, Murugesh R Nirani Minister for Large & Medium Industries
Message from Honble Minister for Small Scale Industries A very warm welcome to all the investors who have shown interest in the State of Karnataka The Knowledge Hub of Asia. The Global Investors Meet 2010 has been designed to bring together leading entrepreneurs, investors and business experts from all over the world to showcase the opportunities in Karnataka. Business-friendly climate, growth-oriented policies of the State, with special support to MSMEs and access to key raw materials create a favourable ground for small entrepreneurs to thrive. The State is proud to present the Karnataka Industrial Policy 2009-14 with special p of Small Scale Industries. All the districts of the State thrust for the development have Small Scale Industries base that provide employment, encourages entrepreneurship and sustain the heritage of the rural and cottage industries. These industries have encouraged self employment which has boosted the overall industrial growth of the State. The Small Scale Industries have played a critical g balanced economic development p in all the regions g of the State. role in ensuring The State invites all the entrepreneurs to realize their dreams in Karnataka and wishes them a bright future. With best W bes w wishes, s es,
AN OVERVIEW
1. Introduction 2. Economy and Industry 3. Industrial Locations 4. Infrastructure 5. Tourism
The district headquarter is Gulbarga is located in the south Northeast of Karnataka Gulbarga Town is 610 kms from Bangalore
INTRODUCTION
The district is spread across 7 taluks - Afzalpur, Aland, Chincholi, Chittapur, Gulbarga, Jewargi & Sedam. Economy is predominantly agrarian, with few industries.
FACT FILE
Geographic Location Temperature Average Rainfall Rivers i Area District q Headquarters Talukas Population Population Density Lit R t Literacy Rate 12 54 to 13 53 North latitude 75 04 to 76 21 East longitude g 45 C (Max) 22 C (Min) 839 mm Bhima, Kagina hi i and d Bennetore 16,224 sqkm Gulbarga g city y 7 21.75 lakh (2001 Census) 192 per sqkm 50 65% (2001 C ) 50.65% Census)
Focus Sectors Cement Food clusters Information Technology and Biotechnology P Power generation ti
AGRICULTURE
Major Crops produced in the district are Tur, Jowar, Bajra and Paddy
Prominent Players
Vasavdatta Cements Rajashree Cements Ashok Polymers Detergents India Limited Gulbarga Agro Extraction (P) limited Vasavadatta Cements Vijayamu Hotels P Limited Renuka Sugars ACC Cement C
Investment (Rs. lakh) 1 731 1,731 1,620 1,300 3,386 2,513 4,814
INFRASTRUCTURE
Land Bank Taluk Gulbarga Land (Acres) 4,439
Gulbarga has 3 industrial areas and 3industrial estates There is a proposal for a Textile park in the district of Gulbarga A Food park is in progress at Jewargi Hyderabad Airport is the Nearest Airport to Gulbarga City (225 kms) Proposed Suvarna Karnataka Development Corridor connects the district with Bidar, Bellary and Hiriyur. Under this programme, a Cement Zone is proposed covering the District
CONNECTIVITY
NH 218 pass through the district There are 23 railway stations with railway route length of 225 kilometers
Road Port
Rail Air
Nearest ports to the district are Mangalore Port and Chennai Port.
EDUCATION
Gulbarga district has an University, 2 medical and 4engineering colleges There are 9 polytechnics in the district one each in Afzalpur, Chincholi and Jewargi and d in i Gulbarga G lb and d 27 Degree D C ll Colleges i the in th District Di t i t
List of Li f Prominent P i educational d i l institutions Appa Institute of Engineering & Technology Khaja Bandanawaz College of Engineering
List of Li f Prominent P i educational d i l institutions K. C. T. Engineering College PDA College of Engineering Khaja Bandanawaz Institute of Medical Sciences Ghousia College Of Engineering
TOURISM
Tomb of Firoz Shah Bahmani is a tomb of Bahmani Kings built in 1422. This fine mausoleum is a Tughlaq style rectangular building with two domes T b of Tomb f Giyath Gi th al-Din l Di of f the th 6th Sultan S lt of f the th Bahmani B h i Dynasty D t is i one of f the th finest royal tombs and is situated to the southern entrance of Gulbarga Fort and is much more imposing than the tombs of the other sultans The Jama Masjid, situated within the fort walls has stilted domes and narrow entrances typical of the Persian style of architecture The Shrine of Saint Sharana Basaveshwara is the shrine of an eminent Hindu religious teacher and philosopher who preached ious and social equality Chandrakala Parameshwari Temple is a 1,200 1 200 year old temple situated at Hongunta in Shahabad Taluk Chinmalli Mallikarjuna Temple is a 12th century shrine nestled on the banks of Bhima River. Chinmalli Mallikarjuna Temple enshrines Lord Shiva as the presiding idi deity d it
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CONTACTS
DIRECTORATE OF INDUSTRIES & COMMERCE Government of Karnataka 2nd Floor, Khanija Bhavan, Race Course Road, Bangalore 560 001, India. Phone: +91 80 2238 6796 Fax: +91 80 2238 9909 Email: commissioner@karnatakaindustry.gov.in Visit us at: www.karnatakaindustry.gov.in Karnataka Industrial Areas Development p Board (A Govt. of Karnataka Undertaking #14/3, Rashtrothana Parishat Building Nrupathunga Road, Bangalore-560 001, India Ph : 91-80-2221 53 83,Fax : 91-80-2221 7702 Email: kiadb@mail.nic.in Visit us at : www.kiadb.in
KARNATAKA UDYOG MITRA A Government of Karnataka Organisation 3rd Floor, South Block, Khanija Bhavan, Race Course Road, B Bangalore l 560 001, 001 India. I di Phone: +91 80 2228 2392, 2238 1232 Fax: +91 80 2226 6063 Email: md@kumbangalore.com Visit us at : www.kumbangalore.com Karnataka State Industrial Investment & Development Corporation Limited #49,4th Floor, (East wing) Race Course Road, Bangalore-560 001, India Ph: 91 91-80-2225 80 2225 8131-133 8131 133 Fax : 91 91-80-2225 80 2225 5740 Email : ksiidc@blr.vsnl.net.in Visit us at : www.ksiidc.com
The Joint Director, , District Industries Centre M.S.K. Hill Road, Jewagiri Road Cross, Gulbarga-585 102 Ph : 08472-223988 Fax: 232404 Email: jd-gulbarga@karnatakaindustry.gov.in