Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that the state will build a new IT city in Bidadi, which is about 30 km from Bengaluru. He said many global companies are showing strong interest in investing in Karnataka’s tech sector.
Why the new IT city is being planned
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Many international investors want to invest in Bengaluru and its growing tech ecosystem.
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Karnataka has a strong talent pool, a large number of startups, and a good reputation in the technology sector.
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The new IT city will be part of a larger project called the Greater Bengaluru Integrated Township, also known as GBIT.
What the new township will include
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The project will cover 9,000 acres of land.
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It will be an AI-driven smart city, with more than 2,000 acres dedicated to artificial intelligence industries.
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The city will follow a “work-live-play” model, meaning people can live, work, and relax all in the same area.
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It will be designed to be eco-friendly with goals like zero traffic, zero waste, clean energy and smart transport.
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Special skill development centres will train local youth for jobs in AI and IT.
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A 300-meter wide business corridor will connect the township to major highways, improving connectivity.
Money and jobs
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The project is expected to involve an investment of over ₹20,000 crore.
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Thousands of new jobs will be created in fields like AI, IT, startups and various services.
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The government plans a “local first” employment policy to give priority to Karnataka’s youth.
Why this project matters
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The new township could help reduce Bengaluru’s traffic and overcrowding by shifting business activity to Bidadi.
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It will create a second major tech hub near Bengaluru.
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The strong interest from global investors shows confidence in Karnataka’s technology and innovation capabilities.
Challenges
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Land acquisition could be difficult, as some farmers are worried about losing their land.
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Building such a large, futuristic township will require careful planning, strong governance, and long-term effort.
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The goals are ambitious, so proper execution will be necessary for the project to succeed.
If completed successfully, the Bidadi project could become India’s next big tech and AI hub, strengthening Karnataka’s position as a global technology leader.