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Karnataka Cabinet approves Bengaluru suburban rail, minority welfare plan, and major infrastructure projects
The Karnataka Cabinet cleared multiple infrastructure and welfare proposals, including backing for Hyderabad–Bengaluru and Chennai–Bengaluru high-speed rail corridors, and approving an ₹18,133-crore suburban project around Bengaluru. It also approved a ₹600 crore plan for minority colonies development, land allotments for industry, and several public works and welfare schemes.
Why It Matters
The decisions affect regional connectivity, urban development, and minority welfare in Karnataka, and signal government support for national rail corridor initiatives.
Timeline
11 Events
Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited unit in Vijayapura
April 30, 2026
Approval for a ₹227.91 crore soap and detergent manufacturing unit by Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited in Vijayapura.
Karnataka Bhavans in Tirumala/Tirupati: management transferred to KSRTC
April 30, 2026
Decision to hand over management of Karnataka Bhavans in Tirumala/Tirupati to the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC).
Belagavi Deputy Commissioner’s office: funding update
April 30, 2026
An additional ₹20 crore was approved for the construction of the Deputy Commissioner's office in Belagavi, revising the total project cost to about ₹70–75 crore.
Public works: Kalaburagi road resurfacing under CM's Development Programme
April 30, 2026
Road resurfacing projects in Kalaburagi district under the Chief Minister's Infrastructure Development Programme were sanctioned, with ₹28.97 crore approved and an additional ₹12 crore.
Viability gap funding to Star Air for regional connectivity
April 30, 2026
The Cabinet approved viability gap funding of ₹28.47 crore to Star Air for air connectivity between Bidar, Bengaluru and Kalaburagi, with 80 per cent funding from the Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Board and the remaining 20 per cent from the Infrastructure Development Department.
Universal Newborn Screening Scheme: funding approved
April 30, 2026
The Cabinet approved ₹558.95 crore for implementing the Universal Newborn Screening Scheme to detect rare congenital disorders.
Applied Materials land allotment in Bengaluru Signature Business Park
April 30, 2026
The Cabinet cleared the allotment of 140 acres in Bengaluru Signature Business Park to Applied Materials Inc, California, for a ₹780 crore project, subject to statutory approvals.
Minority colonies development plan: ₹600 crore action plan
April 30, 2026
The Cabinet approved a ₹600 crore action plan for 2026–27 and 2027–28 for the development of minority colonies in the state.
Greater Bengaluru Integrated Suburban Project at Bidadi: in-principle approval
April 30, 2026
The Cabinet granted in-principle approval for the Greater Bengaluru Integrated Suburban Project at Bidadi, estimated at around ₹18,133 crore. The project would cover about 7,481 acres across nine villages in Bengaluru South district and Ramanagara taluk.
Chennai–Bengaluru High-Speed Rail project: in-principle approval
April 30, 2026
The Cabinet approved in-principle support for the Chennai–Bengaluru High-Speed Rail project.
Hyderabad–Bengaluru High-Speed Rail Corridor: Karnataka to extend administrative and legislative support
April 30, 2026
Karnataka Cabinet discussed the Hyderabad–Bengaluru High-Speed Rail Corridor and decided to extend administrative and legislative support, noting the project will be implemented by the Government of India. The cabinet said it would provide support. Proposed stations at Alipur, Devanahalli and Kodihalli would strengthen connectivity in Chikkaballapur and Bengaluru Rural districts; the Devanahalli station would improve airport access and enable multimodal integration. The 607-km corridor will have about 101.03 km within Karnataka.