CM Siddaramaiah calls for greater collaboration between Karnataka and America

Bengaluru:  Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said the state was deeply committed to ensuring a robust ecosystem for business that nurtures innovation, entrepreneurship, ease of doing business and sustainable growth. Addressing a roundtable meeting with representatives of the US India Business Council (USIBC) in the state capital, he said Karnataka was open for business in diverse fields.

“We welcome you to explore the great opportunities our state has to offer. Whether it’s in the field of information technology, biotechnology, aerospace, or any other sector, we are ready to collaborate and co-create solutions that can address global challenges”, he said. Karnataka is a land of diverse resources, ranging from a skilled workforce to natural wealth and from a thriving start-up culture to a strong manufacturing base.

“We are home to some of the world’s leading IT firms, biotechnology enterprises, and start-ups. Our policies are designed to support innovation, ease of doing business, and sustainable development,” he said. He noted that Bengaluru is not just the capital of Karnataka but also the Silicon Valley of India. This city has been at the forefront of India’s technological revolution and continues to be a hub for innovation, entrepreneurship and cutting-edge research and development, he added.  

“I am confident that the collaborations and connections forged here will lead to mutually beneficial outcomes and further deepen the bonds of friendship and business between Karnataka and the United States,” he observed.