Amid calls for resignation, CM Siddaramaiah inaugurates ambitious KWIN City project
Despite the major setback, Siddaramaiah is busy fulfilling his official duties inaugurating an ambitious KWIN City project even as BJP is demanding his resignation
Two days after the high court approved investigations into the allegations of illegalities against the Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the MUDA case, and amid calls to resign, the veteran Congress leader was seen busy fulfilling his official duties on Thursday despite the major setback.
On Thursday, Siddaramaiah, who is putting up a brave front claiming that he is ready to face any probe, launched the Knowledge, Wellbeing and Innovation City (KWIN City) near Bengaluru, describing it as a 'game-changer'.
Meanwhile, the Opposition BJP in Karnataka on Thursday staged a protest demanding Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's resignation after a Special Court in Bengaluru ordered a Lokayukta police probe against him in a MUDA site allotment case.
A Special Court on Wednesday has ordered a Lokayukta police probe against Siddaramaiah in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment case, setting the stage for filing an FIR against him.
KWIN City
KWIN City represents Karnataka's bold vision for the future, a state-of-the-art hub for knowledge, health, innovation, and research, the Chief Minister said on the occasion.
"We are creating an ecosystem that will drive economic growth, attract global talent, and foster groundbreaking advancements," he said.
Officials said the proposed KWIN City, to be spread over 5,800 acres, will redefine Karnataka's business landscape, integrating knowledge, wellbeing, and innovation into an ecosystem that fosters growth and innovation.
KWIN City is located between Dobbaspete and Doddaballapura, just a 45-minute drive from Bengaluru airport, 50 kms from the city centre, and five kms from the Bengaluru-Pune Greenfield Expressway, they said.
It will have intra- and inter-transport systems, reducing congestion and enhancing convenience, with seamless connectivity through the Bengaluru-Hubballi-Mumbai Express rail route and proximity to National Highways 44 and 648.
Transformative initiative
Siddaramaiah said KWIN City will be a game-changer, adding, it is not just a project but a testament to the state government's commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the well- being of the people.
Meanwhile, deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar said the KWIN City will benefit from the city's vibrant ecosystem and, at the same time, will contribute significantly to its development.
Minister for Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development M B Patil said the proposed city is a transformative initiative that underscores Karnataka's commitment to fostering a robust business ecosystem.
"With this city, we are setting the stage for unparalleled industrial growth and development. This project will not only attract significant domestic and international investment but also create vast employment opportunities, driving economic prosperity," Patil said.
(With inputs from agencies)