Karnataka is open, ready to partner with the world, CM tells diplomats

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday announced that the Bengaluru Tech Summit, 2025, will be held from November 18 to 20 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, and told diplomats of different countries that Karnataka is “open and ready to partner with the world.”

Speaking at “Bridge to Bengaluru”, a dialogue with diplomats on global innovation alliance for technology as a prelude to India’s flagship technology forum, in New Delhi, the Chief Minister said, “Whether through technology, tourism or talent, we see global collaboration as the path to shared success.”

He said the Bengaluru Tech Summit hosted Nobel Laureates, world leaders, and innovators in the past year. “This year, we expect over 1,00,000 attendees, 1,200 exhibitors, and 600 speakers from 60 countries.”

Inclusive growth

Noting that Karnataka is committed to inclusive growth, Mr. Siddaramaiah said innovation districts in Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Belagavi would boost research and jobs. Initiatives like fintech in Mangaluru and drone development in Hubballi-Dharwad have shown balanced progress in the State. “The Tech Summit is a chance to connect, collaborate, and shape a shared future,” he said.

The Chief Minister said Karnataka is an economic powerhouse with a GSDP of $337 billion, India’s fourth-largest economy, contributing nearly 9% to the national GDP.

Bengaluru is a global tech leader, ranked among the top 15 start-up ecosystems worldwide. It hosts over 18,000 start-ups, including 50 plus unicorns, and 40% of India’s Global Capability Centres, with R&D hubs from companies like Bosch, Intel, and SAP.

Skilling youth

“Through programmes like NIPUNA Karnataka, we are training over 1,00,000 young people in skills like AI, cybersecurity, and biotechnology, partnering with global leaders like Microsoft and Accenture”, Mr. Siddaramaiah said.