Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Karnataka Cabinet Reviews Rs 5,000-Crore Coastal Development Demands
Manjunath Bhandary has asked Karnataka’s government to spend Rs.
5,000 crore on coastal districts.
Chief Minister D K Shivakumar told the Chief Secretary to study the requests.
The government may discuss them at a Cabinet meeting in Mangaluru on September 18.
The plans cover roads, tourism, fishing and farming.
They also seek better answers to coastal erosion.
Some proposals would create or upgrade universities and training centres.
Other requests would support Yakshagana, Kambala, sports and the Pilikula project.
Bhandary wants the meeting to approve clear plans and funding for these needs.
Congress MLC Manjunath Bhandary has sought a Rs. 5,000-crore special development package for coastal Karnataka.
Chief Minister D K Shivakumar asked the Chief Secretary to examine key proposals for the September 18 Mangaluru Cabinet meeting.
The demands include action on coastal erosion, fisheries infrastructure, higher compensation for fishermen’s families and increased boat diesel subsidies.
Proposals seek new or upgraded agricultural, fisheries and sports universities, along with a coastal tourism network and parallel road.
Bhandary also requested funding for Pilikula, cultural traditions, skill development, sports facilities and an international convention centre.
- Who
- Congress MLC and KPCC working president Manjunath Bhandary presented the demands to Chief Minister D K Shivakumar.
- What
- A proposal for a Rs. 5,000-crore coastal development package and numerous sector-specific projects was submitted for Cabinet consideration.
- When
- The Cabinet is scheduled to meet in Mangaluru on September 18.
- Where
- The proposals concern Karnataka’s three coastal districts, including Mangaluru and Udupi.
- Why
- Bhandary said the measures would address long-pending needs involving infrastructure, fisheries, agriculture, tourism, education, sports and cultural preservation.
- Requested package
- Rs. 5,000 crore for comprehensive development of coastal Karnataka
- Cabinet meeting
- Scheduled for September 18 in Mangaluru
- Coastal erosion
- Bhandary requested a lasting, scientifically designed solution
- Fishermen’s compensation
- Proposed increase from Rs. 5 lakh to Rs. 10 lakh for families of fishermen who die at sea
- Pilikula land
- Formal allotment requested for the 356 acres leased to the Pilikula Development Authority
- Pilikula funding
- Rs. 12.60 crore requested for the stalled Urban Eco Park
- Cultural grant
- At least Rs. 10 crore annually requested for Yakshagana, Bayalata, Kambala and community folk traditions