Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Karnataka CM Highlights South India's Economic Growth
The Chief Minister of Karnataka, D.K. Shivakumar, spoke at the Bharat Summit in Bengaluru.
He said South India is very important for India's economic growth.
South India has about one-fifth of India's population but contributes nearly one-third of the country's economic value.
He wants more cooperation among southern states and more investment in Karnataka.
He also asked the central government for more help to improve Bengaluru's infrastructure because it generates a lot of wealth for India.
Karnataka CM D.K. Shivakumar highlighted South India's role in India's economic growth at the Bharat Summit.
South India accounts for one-fifth of India's population but contributes nearly one-third of the nation's Gross Value Added.
Shivakumar emphasized the importance of cooperation among southern states for national growth.
He invited investors to invest in Karnataka, citing its favorable climate, vibrant culture, and thriving startup ecosystem.
The CM requested greater financial assistance from the Union Government for Bengaluru's infrastructure.
- Who
- D.K. Shivakumar, Karnataka Chief Minister
- What
- Speech on South India's economic contributions and growth potential
- When
- Friday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Why
- To highlight South India's role in India's economic growth and invite investments
Pro-South India Growth
National Economic Focus
Regional Contribution
Pro-South India Growth
South India's significant economic contributions justify greater focus and investment.
National Economic Focus
National economic policies should prioritize balanced growth across all regions.
- Speaker
- D.K. Shivakumar, Karnataka Chief Minister
- Event
- Bharat Summit
- Location
- Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Population Contribution
- One-fifth of India's population
- Economic Contribution
- One-third of India's Gross Value Added
- Key Sectors
- Education, Startups, Exports, Human Development
- Infrastructure Request
- Greater financial assistance from the Union Government for Bengaluru