Parameshwara takes charge as Tumakuru district in-charge minister
Karnataka appointed Deputy CM G. Parameshwara to oversee Tumakuru district as part of the state’s 2026 district in-charge minister appointments.
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Tumakuru proposed as location for Bengaluru’s second airport
The demand for Bengaluru’s second international airport to be located around Sira in Tumakuru district has gained political support, with leaders highlighting the area’s strategic importance.
Tumakuru industrial hub planned with major investment
The Karnataka government is planning to develop Tumakuru as a major industrial manufacturing hub, with an expected investment of around ₹7,000 crore and potential employment generation of more than 88,000 jobs.
BJP padayatra draws response from Parameshwara
Deputy CM G. Parameshwara responded to the BJP’s proposed padayatra, saying the opposition has the right to conduct the march but should raise allegations of government failure in the Assembly.
Tumakuru may be developed as “Bengaluru North”
Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara proposed developing Tumakuru as an alternative to Bengaluru and suggested the “Bengaluru North” identity to attract investment and infrastructure development.