In a move to position Karnataka on a new growth trajectory, the Government on Thursday unveiled its vision for KWIN City, a project expected to transform the state’s business landscape. It aims to generate an investment of approximately Rs 40,000 crore, integrating knowledge, well-being, and innovation into a cohesive ecosystem that fosters growth.
Spanning 5,800 acres, KWIN City is strategically located between Dabaspet and Doddaballapur, just 45 minutes from Kempegowda International Airport, 50 km from the city centre, and 5 km from the Bengaluru-Pune Greenfield Expressway. The city plans to implement meticulously designed intra- and inter-transport systems to reduce congestion and enhance convenience, with seamless connectivity through the Bengaluru-Hubballi-Mumbai Express rail route and proximity to National Highways 44 and 648.
KWIN City envisions a vibrant, green metropolis designed to accommodate 500,000 residents. It will include a solar farm covering 465 acres, capable of generating 0.69 million MWh to meet its entire energy needs. Additionally, the city aims to fulfil 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 aims to strengthen Karnataka’s role in the broader business landscape and foster continuous innovation.
Key pillars driving KWIN City’s vision
The city has four key pillars: knowledge, health, innovation, and research. The synergy among these pillars is intended to foster economic growth and drive advancements across various sectors. KWIN City offers a modern, sustainable lifestyle by integrating state-of-the-art technology with eco-friendly infrastructure, setting a benchmark for future smart cities with self-sufficient water and electricity systems.
Knowledge: KWIN City aims to establish a premier education hub featuring modern curricula and top national and international institutions. By leveraging UGC regulations, the city seeks to attract the top 500 foreign educational institutions to operate campuses in India, fostering academia-industry partnerships that will elevate Karnataka’s status in global education.
The city has four key pillars: knowledge, health, innovation, and research.
Health: Featuring a Life Sciences Park, KWIN City aspires to become Asia’s leading academic medical hub, attracting top national and international hospitals. This initiative aims to enhance Karnataka’s reputation in medicine, making it a beacon for healthcare excellence.
Innovation: KWIN City will focus on emerging sectors such as life sciences, future mobility, semiconductors, advanced materials, advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defence, and space technology. By adapting to global trends and market demands, KWIN City aims to strengthen Karnataka’s role in the broader business landscape and foster continuous innovation.
Research: Dedicated to enhancing pharmaceutical and scientific research, KWIN City will incorporate cutting-edge technology to establish clinical trial centres and research labs. It will promote the dissemination of research findings through publications, seminars, and public lectures, contributing significantly to the global knowledge economy.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah at the launch of Kwin city.
KWIN City’s strategic vision is supported 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).
At the launch of the project, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said, “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. We are proud to lead the way in establishing Karnataka as a global leader in innovation and development.”
