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Officials Assess 800-Acre Yarada Site for Proposed Technology Hub

Palla Srinivasa Rao and district officials visited a large area of land in Yarada.

They are looking at whether it could become a place for technology companies and other businesses.

They are also considering ways to support tourism.

Officials will study what roads, services and other improvements the area may need.

Rao said a proposed bridge could make it faster to travel between Yarada and the main city.

He believes the plan could bring jobs for young people nearby.

The visit was an assessment, and the articles do not say that the hub has been approved.

Key facts

Land area inspected: Nearly 800 acres
Location: Yarada
Proposed development: IT hub, technology-driven industries and tourism
Potential tenants: IT companies, Global Capability Centres, startups and other knowledge- and technology-driven enterprises
Proposed connectivity project: A bridge from near Sagaradurga Temple at Yarada, across the canal, toward Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in One Town
Travel time cited: Rao said the proposed bridge could allow travel from Yarada to the main city within 15–20 minutes.
Next step: A comprehensive assessment of infrastructure, connectivity and other requirements was sought.

thehansindia.com · 2 hrs ago