Keeping pace with rapid strides is the eighth largest State in India -Karnataka, the burgeoning techno-centre of the country, a State that has recorded an impressive increase in investment proposals in recent years. The increasing number of project proposals as well as the investments that are pouring in have earned Karnataka a prominent position in indusry among the other states of the country.

Karnataka has been chosen by nature to be endowed with more than a fair share of natural resources-an extensive river system that aids irigation and power generation even as it sustains agriculture. A wide spectrum of minerals ranging from iron-ore to limestone, granite to gold. A temperate climate conducive to the growth of agriculture as well as of industry. And, a 320km long coastline that lends itself beautifully to a flourising marine industry. A wealth of resources waiting to be tapped to their full extent.

The State is a reservoir of high human resources. The large number of universities, general and specialised colleges, polytechnics and technical training institutes combined with premier institutes of higher learning, provide a wealth of professional talent, rated on par with the best in the world. The renowned research and development orgnisations located here provide support and assistance to sectors ranging from aeronautics and metallurgy to horticulture and food.