Kalaburagi is set to become a major hub for the textile industry, with the proposed Textiles Park expected to generate one lakh direct jobs and two lakh indirect jobs. The park, which will span 1,000 acres, is part of a significant development initiative led by Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister, Priyank Kharge.

In a meeting held on 3rd September with Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Taranum and other senior officials in Bengaluru, Minister Kharge confirmed that the Karnataka government has allocated Rs. 50 crores in the current budget for the project. He emphasised the importance of ensuring the park’s sustainability by directing officials to explore various water supply options, including drawing 16 million litres per day (MLD) from a proposed barrage at Madri village, rejuvenating an existing tank within the park, and implementing rainwater harvesting mechanisms.

Additionally, the Public Works Department (PWD) has been tasked with developing durable road infrastructure to connect the textile park. The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) has also identified space for a 220 KV power sub-station within the park. Minister Kharge further suggested incorporating solar energy initiatives, such as solar-powered street lamps, to enhance the park’s sustainability.

The meeting was attended by key officials, including Vipul Bansal, Secretary of Commerce and Industries (Textile), KPTCL Managing Director Pankaj Kumar Pandey, and Textile Development Commissioner K Jyothi.