Southern States Crucial for India's Economic Growth, Says Shivakumar
· India · Hindustan Times, Bloomberg
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that India's goal of becoming an economic powerhouse depends on unity among southern states. Speaking in the legislative assembly, he highlighted the region's extraordinary talent and potential. Shivakumar noted that Bengaluru hosts 2.6 million IT professionals and 200,000 foreign passport holders, underscoring the city's economic significance. He also confirmed his attendance at the upcoming meeting of southern states convened by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Chennai on August 20.
Why it matters
The statement signals a push for regional cooperation among southern states to influence national economic policy and development strategies.
Read the original report — Hindustan Times
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