Karnataka CM holds "constructive meeting" with PM Modi regarding state's issues

In a post on X, the Karnataka CM office said that the state government and Centre are committed to "working together for the state's growth and prosperity."

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday held a "constructive meeting" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence regarding the state's issues. In a post on X, the Karnataka CM office said that the state government and Centre are committed to "working together for the state's growth and prosperity."

"Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had a constructive meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi today. Key issues concerning Karnataka's development and progress were discussed. Committed to working together for the state's growth and prosperity," it said. Karnataka CM was seen leaving from the residence of PM Modi in the late hours of Saturday.

On June 27, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the founder of Bengaluru, Nadaprabhu Kempegowda on his 515th birth anniversary. "Tributes to Sri Nadaprabhu Kempegowda on his birth anniversary. He was a visionary known for his foresight and administrative skills. He was a pioneer in boosting economic wellbeing, agriculture, irrigation and more. Bengaluru, the city he nurtured, is globally admired for its dynamism, vibrancy and innovation. Our government will keep working to fulfil his vision for society and uphold the values he cherished. Sharing pictures from the 'Statue of Prosperity', which I had the honour of inaugurating in 2022," PM Modi said in a post on X.

Earlier, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the Karnataka government aims to achieve an industrial growth rate of 15-16 per cent annually to become a USD 1 trillion economy by 2032. "The government's vision extends beyond urban centres, intending to spread industries to rural regions, particularly Kalyana Karnataka, through focused cluster development initiatives," Siddaramaiah emphasised.

"The government is committed to balanced regional development. We are nurturing specialized industries in different parts of the state, leveraging local expertise and resources. We have identified clusters to develop priority sectors such as electronics, automotive and electric vehicles, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and more," he added. (ANI)

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