Bengaluru MSME Conclave 2025 Puts Spotlight on Bengaluru’s Industrial Growth and Government Support
The highly anticipated Bengaluru MSME Conclave 2025 was inaugurated on 30th May by the Honourable Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, Shri DK Shivakumar, at Tripura Vasini, Palace Grounds, Bengaluru. The event brought together over 250 exhibitors, delegates, and industry leaders, creating a vibrant platform for collaboration, networking, and dialogue within the MSME (Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises) sector.
In his keynote address, Deputy CM Shivakumar acknowledged the pressing challenges faced by the MSME sector in Karnataka, particularly in Bengaluru, and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing robust support.
Key Highlights from Deputy CM DK Shivakumar’s Address:
- Urban Growth and Infrastructure Challenges:
Shivakumar noted Bengaluru’s explosive population growth—from 70 lakh to 1.5 crore in just two decades—has intensified traffic and infrastructure issues. He outlined major government infrastructure investments, including:- ₹44,000 crore for Metro expansion
- ₹37,000 crore for tunnel roads
- ₹17,000 crore for the first phase of tunnel development
- ₹14,000 crore for elevated corridors
Shivakumar highlighted India’s cost competitiveness in manufacturing, citing a conversation with an entrepreneur, “Producing in the US is 10 times more expensive than in India, and 4 times more costly in China. This gives us a strategic global edge.”
He stressed the need for better banking support under central policies and emphasized retaining local talent, mentioning, “Karnataka has over 250 engineering colleges. Our youth should find opportunities right here.”
This significant event served as a vital platform for MSME companies, enabling them to showcase innovations, exchange ideas, and explore growth opportunities within one of India’s most dynamic industrial sectors.
The Conclave was jointly organized by KCCI, KASSIA and the Peenya Industries Association.