Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s home turf of Mysuru has received significant budgetary support by way of allocation or projects though the wish-list from various stakeholders was high, and expectations were low.
Mr. Siddaramaiah tabled the budget in the Assembly on July 7. He announced that Mysuru-specific products that have Geographical Indication (GI) tag like Mysuru Mallige, Nanjangudu Rasabale, Mysuru Beetle Leaf will be branded. A new programme will be formulated to promote production, research, marketing and branding of these products. Though no specific allocation has been made, it is an expression of intent and part of the government policy, which will help give a push to the GI products.
The Karnataka Exhibition Authority (KEA) campus will be upgraded on the lines of Pragati Maidan in Delhi, though no specific amount has been allotted. The KEA ground is the venue for exhibitions, and the proposal will pave the way for better infrastructure and facilities to conduct expos throughout the year.
