Bengaluru's Urban Development Surge: Greater Bengaluru Authority and Strategic Meetings

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announced an upcoming meeting of South India's urban development ministers in Bengaluru. This includes discussions on the Greater Bengaluru Authority expansion and a memorandum for central government funding. The meeting aims to address developmental concerns and strategic urban planning in the region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bengaluru | Updated: 23-10-2025 22:08 IST | Created: 23-10-2025 22:08 IST
Bengaluru's Urban Development Surge: Greater Bengaluru Authority and Strategic Meetings
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Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar revealed that the Union Urban Development Minister, Manoharlal Khattar, has agreed to host a significant meeting with urban development ministers from South Indian states in Bengaluru on October 30.

In a press briefing, Shivakumar mentioned plans to submit a memorandum on Bengaluru's developmental needs to Khattar during the meeting. He emphasized previous attempts to engage central government for increased funding for Bengaluru's growth.

Discussing Greater Bengaluru Authority's potential expansion, Shivakumar has inspected prospective areas for inclusion. A committee led by B S Patil is drafting a report, while plans for discussions with IT-BT firms are underway post the 'Walk with Bengaluru' event. Efforts continue despite rain affecting road repair schedules.

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