Karnataka Set to Launch India's First Knowledge Health Innovation Research City

Karnataka's ambitious 'Knowledge Health Innovation Research-City' (KHIR-City) project will be launched on September 26 by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The first phase, covering 500 acres of a total 2,000, has an estimated investment of Rs 40,000 crore and aims to create around one lakh jobs. The project draws inspiration from global hubs like Singapore's Biopolis and the US's Research Triangle Park, and aims to boost the state's economy and exports.

The Karnataka government's ambitious 'Knowledge Health Innovation Research-City' (KHIR-City) project, touted as the first of its kind in the country, is set to be launched on September 26. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate the first phase of the project at a ceremony in 'Vidhana Soudha', according to official sources.

Sources revealed that the project will be established on 2,000 acres of land, with the first phase being developed on 500 acres. The project, backed by an estimated investment of over Rs 40,000 crore, is expected to generate around one lakh jobs, both direct and indirect.

KHIR-City draws inspiration from global innovation hubs such as Singapore's Biopolis and the US's Research Triangle Park. Elements from Bengaluru's Electronics City will also be incorporated into the project, which will be located between Doddaballapura and Dobaspet, approximately 50 km from Kempegowda International Airport. The project is expected to significantly contribute to the state's economy and boost exports, and will be home to world-class universities, hospitals, innovative industries, and research institutions.

(With inputs from agencies.)