North Karnataka to Host Two New Global Tech Centres under Rs 1000 crore LEAP Scheme
The state plans to build two Global Technology Centres in North Karnataka, offering ready-made office space to help startups and tech firms expand without constructing their own facilities.
As part of the Rs 1000 crore LEAP programme, the government will establish two Global Technology Centres in the North Karnataka region. These hubs will provide plug-and-play infrastructure, allowing technology companies and startups to set up operations quickly. The initiative aims to generate jobs and broaden the region’s tech ecosystem beyond Bengaluru. IT Minister Priyank Kharge highlighted the need for scaling facilities, while Ashok Shettar of KLE Technological University stressed the importance of affordable land for future manufacturing units.
Why it matters
The centres aim to boost employment and diversify India's tech landscape beyond Bengaluru.
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