‘KWIN City represents Karnataka’s bold vision for future’: CM Siddaramaiah

BENGALURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday launched the Knowledge, Wellbeing and Innovation (KWIN) city and said that the new city aims to be a hub for knowledge, health, innovation, and research in the state.

“KWIN City represents Karnataka’s bold vision for the future — a state-of-the-art hub for knowledge, health, innovation, and research. We are creating an ecosystem that will drive economic growth, attract global talent and foster groundbreaking advancements. KWIN City is not just a project; it is a testament to our commitment to excellence, sustainability, and the well-being of our citizens”, CM Siddaramaiah said.

He further said that they are proud to lead the way in establishing Karnataka as a global leader in innovation and development.

Karnataka has new address for Knowledge + Wellbeing + Innovation = KWIN CITY.

The 2000 acre city will house:
– Knowledge District
– Health District
– Innovation District
– Research District

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M B Patil, Minister for Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development, spoke on the economic impact and said that KWIN City is a transformative initiative that underscores Karnataka’s commitment to fostering a robust business ecosystem.

“With this city, we are setting the stage for unparalleled industrial growth and development. This project will not only attract significant domestic and international investment but also create vast employment opportunities, driving economic prosperity. KWIN City will be a beacon of industrial excellence, showcasing Karnataka’s strategic vision and dedication to becoming a global innovation powerhouse”, Patil said.

A City Designed for the Future: Synergy, Sustainability, and Smart Living, KWIN City is strategically located between Dobbspet and Doddaballapur, a 45-minute drive from Bengaluru airport, 50 km from the city centre, and 5 km from the Bengaluru-Pune Greenfield Expressway. The city boasts meticulously planned intra and inter-transport systems, reducing congestion and enhancing convenience, with seamless connectivity through the Bangalore-Hubli-Mumbai Express rail route and proximity to National Highways-44 and 648.

KWIN City envisions creating a vibrant, green metropolis spread across 5,800 acres, designed to accommodate 500,000 residents. The city will feature a solar farm spanning 465 acres, capable of generating 0.69 million MWh to meet its entire energy needs. Additionally, KWIN City will harness 50 per cent of its water requirements through an advanced rainwater harvesting system, with an extra 20 per cent supplied by borewells, ensuring a sustainable and self-sufficient water supply.

KWIN City comprises four key districts/pillars: Knowledge, Health, Innovation and Research. The synergy among these districts will not only foster economic growth but also drive groundbreaking advancements in various sectors.

As a planned city, KWIN offers a new-age, sustainable lifestyle by integrating state-of-the-art technology with eco-friendly infrastructure, setting an example for smart cities of the future with self-sufficient water and electricity systems.KWIN City’s strategic vision is guided by an advisory board of notable personalities, including Kiran Mazumdar Shaw, chairperson, Biocon, Dr Devi Shetty, founder, Narayana Health, Ranch Kimball, board trustee, Boston University, Thomas Osha, executive vice-president, Wexford Science and Technology, Mohandas Pai, former CFO and board member, Infosys, Nikhil Kamath, co-founder, Zerodha, Prashant Prakash, partner, Accel, Dr Vivek Jawali, chief cardiothoracic and vascular surgeon, Stephen S Ekker, associate dean of innovation and entrepreneurship, UT Austin, and Dominique Rossin, provost of Ecole Polytechnique, vice-president for education at Institut Polytechnique de Paris). (ANI)