Karnataka government's ambitious Knowledge, Wellbeing, and Innovation (KWIN) City, a futuristic project spanning 5,800 acres between Dabaspet and Doddaballapur, will see its Phase 1 work completed by December 2026, Minister MB Patil said.
“We are pleased to announce that infrastructure development for Phase 1 has begun. Major works under Phase 1 will be completed by December 2026, and Phase 2 by May 2027,” MB Patil, Minister of Large and Medium Scale Industries wrote on X.
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“A new beginning - South India’s first Knowledge Hub dedicated to Innovation, AI, and Wellbeing; Namma KWIN City will elevate India’s knowledge economy to greater heights,” he said.
“Anchor investments will be announced within the next three months. Several leading R&D and educational institutions have already expressed strong interest,” Patil said.
“KWIN City’s vision and pace of execution reflect our government’s commitment to realising a $1 trillion economy for Karnataka. Our government doesn’t just make promises - it delivers,” he said.
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Unveiled in September 2024 by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, KWIN City is located about 50 km from Kempegowda International Airport and spans 5,800 acres between Dabaspet and Doddaballapur. Backed by Industries Minister MB Patil, the project aims to host global educational and medical campuses, research centres, and healthcare facilities.
Responding to a Legislative Council query in August 2025, Patil said 5,350 acres are being acquired, with Phase 1 development planned over 1,227 acres. Agreements have been signed primarily with local institutions, including St John’s University, Dayanand Sagar University, KLE University, PES University, Sharda University, RV College, and ISBR.
The Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB) had earlier floated tenders for environmental clearance, water supply from the Yettinahole canal, and infrastructure development, including roads, bridges, drainage, and water treatment facilities. “KWIN City will host world-class universities, hospitals, and research institutions with sustainable urban infrastructure,” said a KIADB official.
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