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www.advantagekarnataka.in EDITORIAL Karnataka Budget 2018 Lays Road Map for a Bright Future State Budget an All-Inclusive One
Karnataka: Election Preparation in Full Swing midst the election heat swirling up in the state, Karnataka State Budget 2018-19, presented by the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Arolls out numerous pro-people schemes. The budget has been an all-inclusive one that considered all strata of the society including the farmers, women, students and the marginalised. There has been a slew of schemes in the budget targeting the welfare of people and for the first time the budget outlay has crossed Rs.2.1 Lakh Crore mark. WE ARE THE NO.1 STATE Personally, it has been a credit for Siddaramaiah as he presented the budget for a record 13th time, which will not be broken by anyone IN LEARNING ACHIEVEMENTS Price: Rs. 60 /- anytime soon in Karnataka. The budget has made clear the government’s attempt to try and reach schemes to all sections of the society beyond the Karnataka stands first in the country in the National Achievements Survey A magazine showcasing usual vote base. With a new scheme for dry-land farmers called the ‘Raitha conducted by Human Resource Development Ministry, Government of rd th th the latest news updates & Belaku’, the budget has announced the biggest largesse to farmers. The India and NCERT for 1.29 lakh students studying in 3 , 5 and 8 events of Karnataka decision to increase agriculture allocation will give a fillip to the sector. standard of government and government aided schools. Learning The government has also exempted girl students studying in achievement is at 65.18% in Karnataka and the measures taken by the Editorial Advisory Board government colleges from paying fees from the PUC to PG level. The Government for improving the quality of school education have received Dr. C.G. Krishnadas Nair roll-out of Aarogya Karnataka, a universal health coverage scheme, the very high recognition at the national level. Dr. D. S. Ashwath IAS (Retd) Mukhyamantri Anila Bhagya Yojana to provide free LPG connections with Shri. Ivan Nigli Ex. MLA burner stoves and refills to three million beneficiaries, Rice quota under Anna Bhagya scheme increased from 5kg to 7kg; Namma canteen to Maj Neil Castelino (Retd) serve breakfast for Rs.5 and lunch for Rs.10 and Saviruchi Mobile Canteens Sunny Jerome in all 30 districts; etc. will benefit the people largely. Managing Editor In its entirety, the budget has seemed to be pro-people. What remains Preethi M as a challenge is how the government would find the funds for all the Associate Editor schemes pointed out. With the elections fast approaching, it will be Trivandrum the responsibility of the new government to effectively implement the S.Radhakrishnan schemes announced in the budget in a way that meets the expectations Email: [email protected] of the people.
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12 Karnataka Budget 2018 Lays Road Map for a Bright Future ST 18 Guardian of City Folks’Life & Property WE ARE THE 1 STATE 20 Dr. Chaitra Harsha – A Testament of New Gen Entrepreneurship– 22 Grand Mahamastakabhisheka Ends on a High Note TO LAUNCH UNIVERSAL 24 Growth Heralds in Construction Equipment Sector HEALTH COVERAGE 26 Gadget World With a vision of health for all, Karnataka is the first State in the 27 Presenting Ayurveda to the Modern World in Sri Sri Tattva Way! country to announce universal health coverage via a comprehensive ‘Arogya Karnataka’ scheme. This is slated to A Green Slice of Heaven atop the Western Ghats 28 benefit 1.40 crore households in the State. 32 ‘MSME- An Engine of Growth for Indian Economy’ 38 The Visionary Budget of India Harmony with Nature
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in February to address a rally to mark Karnataka: Election Preparation the culmination of the BJP’s 90-day ‘Nava Karnataka Nirmana Parivartana Yatre’. The tour, which covered almost in Full Swing all constituencies in the State, had been flagged off by Amit Shah. Organised with the aim of bringing the BJP back to power in Karnataka on the plank of transforming the state through development, the ‘yatre’ was led by BJP state president and former Chief Minister B S Yeddyurappa and others. Rahul Gandhi Amit Shah Within two weeks, the Prime Minister party had not given enough time for arrived in Bengaluru again, this time for comprising the Old Mysuru attended campaigning in Gujarat. The BJP does not a two-day visit during which he flagged the rally.The Prime Minister’s other rallies want to repeat that mistake in Karnataka. off the Humsafar express train in the were scheduled at Mysuru, Davanagere, “Amit Shah will be utilising the time till the presence of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Bijapur and Raichur, covering all the major elections to the full extent. A strategy will Modi’s engagements in the city were regions of Karnataka. be in place to progressively increase the scheduled with the intention of attracting Apart from mass rallies, BJP is resorting tempo of campaigning up to the voting,” voters. Apart from participating in several to hi-tech methods of campaigning. “We said a BJP local leader. other public functions, the Prime Minister invited thousands of youth, especially Prime Minister Modi, meanwhile, paid addressed a party rally at the Maharaja techies and executives of IT and biotech a three-hour visit to Bengaluru early Grounds. People from all five districts companies, to personally listen to Modi’s
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Chief Minister Siddaramaiah
ith the elections to the socio-economic aspects relating to The upcoming elections Karnataka Legislative development. The Siddaramaiah-led in Karnataka are crucial WAssembly fast approaching, government has performed well by for all parties. While all political parties are already in a implementing pro-people schemes like campaign mode. While the ruling Ksheera Bhagya, Anna Bhagya, Krishi the Congress is keen to Congress is banking on the all-round Bhagya, Indira Vastra Bhagya, Indira B S Yeddyurappa retain power riding on performance of the government under Canteen and others, he said. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, opposition Close on the heels of Rahul’s tour, speech in Bengaluru though it was also the popularity enjoyed parties Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and BJP national president Amit Shah telecast live on news channels and on by the State Government Janata Dal (Secular) also have high hopes, started meeting party activists as well YouTube,” said a party leader. The state led by Chief Minister making the elections a high voltage as important community and religious triangular contest. centres in the state. His visits came Siddaramaiah, the BJP Congress president Rahul Gandhi and against the background of Prime Minister is leaving no stone Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Narendra Modi reportedly expressing their campaigns early, indicating concerns over the BJP unit in Karnataka unturned to make a the importance both parties give to not having met the “expectations” of comeback in the southern Karnataka. the national leadership with regards to state. Meanwhile, the Rahul, during his meetings, asked party election preparations. Initially, Shah met leaders to prepare a “people’s manifesto” the party MLAs, MLCs, MPs and other key Janata Dal (Secular) led and carry out mass outreach programmes, leaders to chalk out a final road map to by former Prime Minister similar to an exercise during the Gujarat the elections. elections. The party president has asked Several BJP leaders in Karnataka have H D Deve Gowda too leaders to come out with a manifesto said that the national leadership learnt a is firm on creating that truly reflects the expectations of the major lesson in the election to the Gujarat an impact. people of Karnataka. Assembly, where it retained power by A state Congress leader said that a reduced margin. According to them, in Karnataka, the party will focus on the top leaders have concluded that the G Parameshwara 8 9 #NAMMAKARNATAKAFIRST ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA
Referring to Modi’s campaign, Siddaramaiah said: “No doubt the Prime Minister is a popular man. But people will compare the achievements of the state government with those of the Centre. Whatever promises Modi made, before and after the parliamentary elections, have not been fulfilled. Demonetisation and the introduction of Goods and Services Tax have totally failed.” With JD (S) having a strong presence in several areas in Karnataka, there were reports of an alliance being formed with HD Kumaraswamy that party by the Congress. However, HD Deve Gowda unit is using the social media, including Siddaramaiah dismissed such possibilities, neighbouring Goa: “Whenever such a Facebook, Twitter and WhatsApp, to saying: “There will be no pre-poll alliance matter is referred to a tribunal, only the WE ARE NO.1 STATE attract the youth, techies, educated class with any party in Karnataka. We will not Prime Minister of India can intervene to and prominent citizens. have any alliance with the JD(S) because solve the problem outside the tribunal. Yeddyurappa is BJP’s chief ministerial it’s not committed to secularism. The What happened when Indira Gandhi FOR START-UPS AND candidate.in the upcoming assembly BJP is not strong in all districts. In some was the Prime Minister? To give drinking elections. Both Modi and Amit Shah districts, such as Mysore, Mandya, Hassan, water to Chennai in the Telugu Ganga have endorsed his candidature on more Bengaluru Rural, Ramanagara and project, she called a meeting of the states INNOVATION than one occasion. But there were signs Chikballapur, they don’t have a strong —Andhra, Maharashtra and Karnataka that the BJP was seeking votes in the base. In the remaining districts, the BJP is — and they settled it. Why doesn’t Modi The hub for innovation and enterprise, Karnataka is all set to house name of Modi and Yeddyurappa, 74, was fighting with us. In the southern districts, make such an honest effort?” being relegated to the background. Amit JD(S) is fighting with the Congress.” Meanwhile, former Prime Minister H D over 20,000 tech-based start-ups by 2020 through the first of its Shah, while meeting workers in Dakshina On which party the considers its main Deve Gowda’s party Janata Dal (Secular) kind Multi Sector Start Up Policy. The policy will create a Kannada district, asked them to “just look rival, the Chief Minister said: “In the took everyone by surprise by announcing world-class ecosystem through strategic investment and policy at the Lotus symbol and Modi’s photo” state as a whole, the BJP. But in six-seven candidates for 126 Assembly seats interventions, and create 18 lakh job opportunities. while seeking votes. districts it will be the JD (S). In coastal even before the election schedule for Amidst all the high-profile campaigns Karnataka, in Mumbai-Karnataka and in Karnataka was announced by the Election launched by the BJP led by none other Hyderabad-Karnataka it is the BJP. In old Commission. The list was made public on than the Prime Minister himself, the Mysore, we are fighting with the JD(S).” the same day that Deve Gowda addressed Congress expresses extreme confidence On the criticism directed against his an election rally with BSP chief Mayawati under the leadership of Siddaramaiah, Government regarding the talk about in Bengaluru. The first list featured names who is only the second Chief Minister in Karnataka pride, a separate flag for the only from the JD(S) and not its alliance Karnataka to complete the full five-year State, compulsory Kannada in schools partners BSP and NCP. term - that too, 40 years after Devaraj Urs. and removal of Hindi signage from metro The first list had only two names “The people of Karnataka are happy stations, he said: “It’s the policy of the from Deve Gowda’s family. While the with us and there is absolutely no anti- government. It doesn’t mean that we hate party’s state chief and former CM H incumbency in Karnataka,” the Chief Hindi or English, or any other language. D Kumaraswamy will contest from Minister told media. But Kannada should have the pride of Ramanagara, his elder brother H D “Our government has fulfilled all the place in Karnataka. It is the paramount Revanna will contest from Holenarasipura. promises we made before the 2013 language. There is no provision in the Both leaders are sitting MLAs. elections and there are no corruption Constitution prohibiting the state from Deve Gowda, well-known for his political charges against us,” he pointed out. having a separate flag. In America, each manoeuvres, is also likely to give tickets to Highlighting the achievements of his state has its own flag though it is a union some Congress and BJP rebels once those rule, Siddaramaiah said, “The law and of States.” parties declare their candidates. order situation is very good in the State. Regarding demands for a separate In the previous Assembly election held Regarding FDI and other investments, religion for Lingayats, said it was not a on May 5, 2013, five major political parties Karnataka was at the 11th place in 2013- move initiated by his Government. “In - Congress, BJP, JD (S), Yeddyurappa’s 14. Now, we are No: 1 in the country. fact, it is the association Veershaiva Karnataka Janata Paksha (KJP) and B How could it be possible if the law and Mahasabha which is behind the demand. Sriramulu’s Badavara Shramikara Raitara order situation was not good? As far as Afterwards, this issue was taken up Congress Party (BSRCP) – contested for corruption is concerned, the Opposition by different factions of the Lingayat the 224 seats. The Congress under the To know more, WhatsApp / Telegram 99011 00000, has not been able to come up with any community.” leadership of Siddaramaiah came on top, Download SIDDARAMAIAH mobile app documents to prove their charges against Siddaramaiah had this to say on the securing an absolute majority of 122 seats Karnataka Information An IEC initiative by the Commissioner, the government. Where is the evidence? ” Mahadayi river water dispute with and formed the government in Karnataka. Department of Information & Public Relations.
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Chief Minister Siddaramaiah before presenting the budget.
arnataka Chief Minister budget is the agriculture sector. Among launch of the Arogya Karnataka Yojane or Siddaramaiah has presented the major proposals, the Chief Minister universal health scheme. a record 13th budget of his announced farm loan waiver to the tune During the Budget speech, the Chief political career spanning of Rs. 1 lakh from cooperative banks after Minister listed the achievements of his nearly four decades. The the death of the farmer. Siddaramaiah has Government over the last five years. He budgetK contains several proposals also announced ‘Raitha Belaku’ scheme to referred to the Karnataka Integrated intended to boost the agriculture and benefit 70 lakh dry land farmers. “Today, Public Health Policy 2017, which has been health sectors in an election year, but no one sleeps hungry in Karnataka, ours is implemented envisaging attainment of it was simply ‘business as usual’ for the a pro-farmer government,” he said. the highest possible level of good health Chief Minister. Siddaramaiah, during his budget and well-being of all people in the State Siddaramaiah, during the presentation speech, said: “Agriculture is the priority through a preventive, promotive, curative of the last budget of his current tenure, sector of our Government. In each of my and rehabilitative healthcare orientation. said that he never considered the 2018- budgets I have been giving a big share of He said several specific measures have 19 budget as an “election” budget but State’s income to agriculture.” been taken during the last five years by a “regular” financial document. “This “Loan up to Rs.3 lakh and zero interest strengthening government hospitals to budget was never meant to be an election is being provided for the first time in the provide quality of health services. The budget. What is an election budget? country. In addition to this, loan of Rs.3 measures included, increasing assistance There is no such term in the Constitution. lakh to Rs.10 lakh is being provided at by two-and-a-half times, Rs. 342 crore I have presented a budget that is based interest rate of 3%,” he said. sanctioned to provide free drugs to the on our confidence of returning to power “Krishi Bhagya scheme has played a vital public and bed capacity increased by Karnataka is at the number one spot in the country and implementing it,” he said. role in augmenting income by providing 2,900 beds in government hospitals. An The budget outlay is pegged at Rs 2.1 protective irrigation to crops thus amount of Rs.1429 crore has been spent in attracting industrial investment and is the hub lakh crore, compared to Rs 1.9 lakh last effectively combating drought situation for the construction of 949 new buildings time, and the Chief Minister said that the in the State,” said Siddaramaiah. and for the renovation of 306 buildings; of IT, BT and other cutting edge technologies. But Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) in “The State has been continuously 20 MCH hospitals have been established; the year 2017-18 grew at the rate of 8.5 facing drought situation for the past five 150 primary health extension clinics have the Congress Government under Chief Minister per cent as against the rate of 7.5 per cent years. Under ‘Karnataka Raitha Suraksha been established; Medical equipments during 2016-17. Pradhana Mantri Phasal Bhima Yojane’ have been supplied at Rs. 310 crore; Siddaramaiah has always taken care of ensuring the Among the major achievements of the State Government has extended its apart from recruitment in progress, 2,316 Karnataka during the last year is that assistance suitably by contributing its specialist doctors and 2,805 doctors have development of other sectors such as farming, health the state has maintained first place for share to provide economic stability to been appointed on direct recruitment or the second successive year in attracting farmers,” said the Chief Minister. on contract basis; Rs. 2,540 crore has been and social welfare during its term. The latest Karnataka industrial investment, said Siddaramaiah. spent to provide secondary and tertiary Improving the State’s Health health care service to 11.3 per cent of the budget is a true reflection of the all-encompassing and A Fillip to Agriculture The highlight of the Budget regarding population; and National Urban Health equitable growth envisaged by the Government. Among the big beneficiaries of the its proposals in the health sector is the Mission which was started in five cities 12 13 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah inaugurating the Health department programmes. during 2013 has been extended to 79 cities. The number of provided to 37.52 lakh children aged from six months to six years, children screened and treated for various deficiencies, diseases, five days a week from July 2017. and developmental delays has also increased by 50 per cent. Acute child malnutrition was 1.32 per cent during March 2013 Another achievement of the State Government is the in Karnataka. Due to the effective implementation of various enactment of the KPME (Amendment) Act, 2017 to safeguard schemes of the Department, the rate has been considerably the interest of patients in order to display the rates of medical reduced to 0.44 per cent for the month ending December 2017. expenses transparently by private medical establishments The number of 10.97 lakh malnourished children and 51,453 through Patient’s Charter, Registration and Grievance Redressal severely malnourished children in the year 2013 has been around 10,000 graduate subject teachers, an amount of Rs. 22,261 crore had been 2013-14, 26,513 sites and 4,223 houses/ Authority. Now, there is a plan to set up a ‘State Health Council’. reduced to 7.67 lakh and 17,738 respectively for the month physical education teachers and librarians spent under SCSP/TSP schemes. During flats have been allotted at a cost of ending December 2017. is on. Siddaramaiah’s tenure Rs.88,395 crore has Rs.3,360 crore by the Karnataka Housing Strengthening Medical Education For the systematic conduct of SSLC and been provided. Board. The number of MBBS seats and post-graduate seats in medical Improving Educational Standards Pre-university board examinations, the Another achievement is implementation education were 1,350 and 430 respectively before 2013-14. Karnataka stands first in the country in the National Karnataka Secure Examination System has of the ‘Karnataka Prevention and Promoting Skills and During the last five years, 1,400 new graduate medical seats and Achievements Survey conducted by Human Resource been put in place. Eradication of Inhuman Evil Practices Entrepreneurship 213 post-graduate seats have been added. 2,750 undergraduate Development Ministry, Government of India and NCERT for 1.29 and Black Magic Act.’During the period To develop the skills and to provide medical seats and 643 post graduate medical seats are available lakh students studying in 3rd, 5th and 8th standard in 5,492 Higher Education from 2008 to 2013 an amount of employment opportunities to the in the autonomous medical colleges under the Medical schools. Holds the Key Rs.9,542 crore was provided to Social youth of the State, the Government Education Department. Learning achievement is at 65.18 per cent in Karnataka State In the last five years of the Congress Welfare Department. The Siddaramiah has established Skill Development, In the last five years, an amount of Rs. 1,488 crore has been and the measures taken by the Government for improving the Government, Gross Enrolment Ratio Government provided Rs.23,798 crore. Entrepreneurship and Livelihood spent for enhancing the infrastructure facility along with quality of school education have received very high recognition (GER) of State Higher Education has been For the educational and economic Department. In the first year itself, Rs.200 providing latest equipments in teaching hospitals, modernising at the national level. consistently higher than the national developmentof 72 identified nomadic crore grant has been provided to this operation theatres and establishment of trauma care facility. To enhance the nutrition of school children, the Government average GER of 24.3 and currently stands / semi-nomadic / micro communities department to provide skill development During 2018-19, the Government proposes construction of a has implemented ‘Ksheera Bhagya’ scheme through which milk at 26.4.The prestigious Dr. B.R. Ambedkar among SC/STs, Rs.222 crore has been training to 5 lakh youth. 1,000 bedded additional ward in Bangalore Medical College and is provided on five days a week. Rs.2,067 crore has been spent on School of Economics has been established provided and vprogrammes are under Under the Department, 7.63 lakh Research Institute. this scheme in the last five years. on the model of London School of implementation. youth and 1,758 training institutes have Only 5,032 teachers were appointed during the period 2008 Economics. Housing for All registered on the web portal Kaushalkar. Matters of Woman & Child Crucial to 2013. During the period of Siddaramiah Government, 7,905 During 2013-2017, 52 first grade After Congress Government came to com. To eradicate malnutrition, Government has formulated various primary school teachers and 1,689 high school teachers have Government colleges including 26 power, it announced that during the policies. Under the Ksheera Bhagya Scheme, creamy milk is been appointed. Apart from this, the process of appointing women first grade colleges were next five years 15 lakh houses would For a Sporting and Fit State established. 25,800 additional students be constructed. 13.95 lakh houses have In the last five years, Karnataka has have been provided admission. already been constructed and at emerged as a front-runner in creating the end of March 2018, 15.5 lakh houses sports facilities of global standard and Social Welfare for Uplift of Society will be constructed. In the last five years, in implementing sport-persons welfare For all-round development of Scheduled Rs.15,391 crore has been spent for housing programmes. Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities, schemes out of which Rs.9,145 crore (59%) The district stadiums of Udupi, Mysuru, the Karnataka Scheduled Caste Sub- has been spent for SC/ST beneficiaries. Kalaburagi, Gadag and Shivamogga have plan and Tribal Sub-plan Act, 2013 has To protect the interest of consumers been equipped with high-standard sports been implemented by providing funds and for healthy growth of the real estate, facilities in different ‘Sports Hub’ model in proportion to the population of these the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory and sports facilities are being upgraded in communities. During 2008-09 to 2012-13 Authority (RERA) has been setup. From all districts stage by stage.
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Launching of various programmes at KR Puram constituency
were constructed/re-constructed at a Tumakuru Industrial Node in 9,629 acres undertaken. cost of Rs.493 crore. Construction of 217 at Vasantha Narasapura, Tumakuru Chief Minister Siddaramaiah launching the programmes of the Minority Development department at Bangalore. bridges were undertaken by KRDCL at a under the Chennai – Bengaluru Industrial For Ease of Travelling Minister Tanveer Sait, Minister Roshan Baig also seen. cost of Rs.1,395 crore. Moreover, 11,580 Corridor project. During the present term of the km of State Highways were developed at The Government is establishing six Government, the process of issuance prices to poor people living in urban new and 309 upgraded sub-stations and a cost of Rs.12,182 crore. exclusive Women Industrial Parks. of learners licence, driving licence None Remains Hungry areas, who are deprived of balanced food creation of 3,826 circuit km transmission During the New Textile Policy 2013-18, and registration of vehicles has been Under ‘Anna Bhagya Yojana,’ food due to social and economic conditions, lines. Ideal Climate for Industries 844 MSME and mega textile units have fully computerised in all the Regional security has been provided to 3.85 thereby aiming for hunger-free state, In investment destination intent, invested Rs.4,954 crore and have provided Transport Offices. During the term of the crore beneficiaries per year at a cost of Indira Canteens have been started in 163 For Smooth Roads Karnataka was in the eleventh place in 1.3 lakh employment. ASSOCHAM has present Government, 10,413 new vehicles Rs.11,564 crore in the last five years with wards out of 198 wards proposed. During 2015-16 and 2016-17, the the country during 2013. The State now honoured Karnataka as the best State in have been inducted to the four transport the objective of making the State ‘Hunger Government of India has approved in- stands at first place during 2016 and 2017. manufacturing excellence. corporations. 40 new depots, 76 new Free Karnataka.’ Meeting Energy Needs principle to upgrade 6,433 km of State With a target of attracting Rs. 5 lakh bus stands, two driver and one mechanic For the first time in the country, ration During 2008 to 2013, only 5,361 mega Highway to National Highway. In the crore investment and creating 15 lakh Leading the Country training centres have been established. cards are door delivered to the applicants watt electricity production capacity state, 1,087 km of National Highway has employment opportunities, the State has in Technology Intelligent Transport System (ITS) after processing online applications. had been increased. During the present been developed at a cost of Rs.2,558 implemented ‘Industrial Policy 2014-2019’. During the last five years, the has been implemented in Mysuru City Karnataka is the only State in the country Government’s tenure, 9,349 mega watt crore, compared to the 533 km of National Approval has been accorded to a total Government has come forward to Transport. Mobile application has been which is distributing 7 kg of food grains electricity production capacity has been Highway upgraded during the previous of 1,869 projects by different state-level announce new policies like Karnataka released to provide exact information to free to every member of a BPL family. For increased and added to the grid. Government. Under the ‘Scheduled Caste single window approval committees, with i4 policy, startups policy, biotech policy, the passengers about the buses. this, the Government will provide a grant This includes 5,092 mega watt electricity Sub Plan’ and ‘Tribal Sub Plan’, 4,450 km of an investment of Rs 3.39 lakh crore to ESDM policy and AVGC policy etc. As a Smart card facility has been provided of Rs.2,450 crore. production capacity from renewable concrete roads have been constructed at create employment opportunities to 9.45 result of these policies, innovation and to passengers in Bengaluru Metropolitan energy sources. a cost of Rs.3,104 crore. lakh people. Employment opportunities entrepreneurship is being promoted and Transport Corporation. The four Road Indira Canteens Transmission network capacity has 174 bridges on the District Main Road have been created for 1.89 lakh people nurtured. Transport Corporations of the State In order to supply food at affordable been increased by establishment of 139 and 193 bridges on the State Highways in mega industrial units and employment The State being a frontrunner in have bagged total of 295 national and opportunities have been provided to respect of startups, necessary facilities international awards. 11.36 lakh people in micro, small and are provided by establishing Incubation medium scale industrial projects. Centres with the co-partnership of Achievements in Other Sectors ‘Invest Karnataka-2016’, the global industrial organizations and educational For e-governance, the Government has investors meet, ‘Pravasi Bharatiya institutions. launched the implementation of KSWAN Divas-2017’, ‘Make in India’ conference, Under the ‘idea2poc’ scheme, 150 2.0 and network connection will be International Women Entrepreneurs startups have been assisted. established in 10,000 offices. conference and ‘Vendor Development Recognising the emerging technologies More air quality monitoring stations and Investors Summit-2017’ have been and to build required skills in the will be set up in Karnataka to combat successfully organised. respective area, the Government has pollution. ‘Madhyama Sanjeevini’, a Government has announced various established Centres of Excellence (CoE) group insurance facility, will be provided sector-wise policies to provide the right in areas like Internet of Things (IoT), to journalists. Karnataka has made a ecosystem. Aerospace Policy, Electric Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, great achievement in protecting wildlife Vehicle and Energy Storage Policy, Retail Machine Intelligence and Robotics, Cyber species. As a result, Karnataka stands Trade Policy, Integrated Agri Business and Security, Aerospace and Defence. To first in the country in terms of number of Food Processing Policy and Textile Policy prepare skilled graduates as employees, tigers, elephants, panthers and lion-tailed have been implemented. Biotechnology Skill Enhancement macaques. Government is now establishing the Programme (Bio-SEP) has been
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police station area into different locations and child issues. A good image would areas in India as well as abroad. Could Guardian of City Folks (Beats). For each location, a police help the police to approach the people you reveal whether the police personnel personnel will be given duty and who will without invoking fear, which would are being given training to deal with a be the first responder to issues happening go a long way in solving crimes. In this multicultural public? Life & Property there. connection, Regular training systems are there. We have some Nodal Officers to deal What are your thoughts on the Could you tell us about the reforms in with North Eastern people’s issues. And T Suneel Kumar IPS, Bengaluru City increasing number of cyber crimes? police stations and steps to make the these officers keep in touch with various Police Commissioner in ADGP rank, Cyber crimes are definitely increasing for police a people-friendly force, which cultural and social associations. We also which there is an exclusive cyber police would aid more members of the public have various state units in touch with is a man with a vision. With the aim station. Any case related to cyber crime having complaints to contact the police? various states. is transferred to this station. Cyber crimes First impression is the best impression. of making the police force people- include IT and bank frauds, cheating Now, police stations are being built with Bengaluru being a truly international friendly - so that the public could through Internet etc. a lot of space, so that the public can sit city now, does the City Police have any tie- comfortably and meet officers. We are ups with police forces of other major cities approach the police without fear - Could you elaborate on your vision for also becoming more environment friendly in India or abroad? Are there any plans in he has launched several initiatives. the police force? and are trying to keep the surroundings of this regard? My vision is that the police should be the police stations clean and tidy, so that Bengaluru is a Cosmopolitan City. We Suneel Kumar has also initiated people-friendly so that the public can the public feels the police are friendlier have international tie-ups and our team a number of high-tech projects approach the police without fear. Good towards them. We have established “HELP visited London and Germany along behaviour and training are needed for DESKS” in each police station so that the with the Home Minister. We have an to combat crime. In an interview the police force. To shun authoritative people are attended immediately. agreement with the Bavarian police of attitude and become more people- Germany. In order to improve policing with Advantage Karnataka, the friendly, we are having a reception desk Bengaluru has a varied population, we visit them and, in turn, they also come Commissioner opens up on the role and a separate special officer for women comprising people belonging to several here. played by the City Police in ensuring a normal life in the Metropolis. World’s Eighth Wonder
How do you analyse the crime rate in are taking place here very fast. When 2. GPS technology: For every vehicle at Pavagada Bengaluru? population increases, the demand for there is a tablet- like device - MDT (Mobile Generally, compared to the last year’s policing also correspondingly rises. The Data Terminal) - which is connected with the history of Karnataka. executed within a record time figures, the crime rate has shown an population-police ratio is satisfactory GPS and when an information is received The project will make of two years, with zero land upward trend. On analysis, we find that here, compared to several other places from the GPS, it gives the details of the Karnataka self-reliant in power acquisition. We are thankful the major reasons behind it are jealousy, in the country. However, when the caller. The response time in the city is 8.5 production and there will be to all those farmers who property matters and sexual issues. In stipulations of the United Nations are minutes. no need to depend on other have leased out their lands Kannada we say, “Hennu, Mannu, Honnu.” considered, our policing ratio is very low. 3. Suraksha App: This application can be states. Moreover, the park to the government for the The other reason for crimes is drugs. So, we are encouraging the setting up of downloaded freely and used. spread across 13000 acres of project. They have joined Youth are taking more and more drugs. more and more surveillance cameras. bone dry land at Pavagada will the government as partners, Pubs and party culture are going up. Could you explain the measures being revive the lives of farmers who shareholders, stakeholders, Parental negligence is another reason Please describe the new technologies taken to improve the image of the police were forced to abandon their and are also beneficiaries for crimes against women and children. adopted by the City Police and how they force? lands and flee due to extreme of the mega project. To check these, we are improving are helping the force function more Regular training is given to the force. drought. Development and economic the policing and patrolling as well as efficiently and effectively? MCT (Mid- career Training) Programmes Around 2300 farmers, who growth of a nation occurs conducting more meetings. To nab 1. Namma Dial 100: are also imparted, for which IPS officers have leased out their land for when its people become criminals we are installing more and more For this, 100 dedicated lines and are visiting different areas. arnataka has achieved taluk of Tumakuru district, is setting up the park, will get partners in the development surveillance cameras. more than 120 people are working in another milestone in capable of producing 600 MW Rs.21000 per acre every year. process Shakti Sthala will to three shifts. In one press, 50 lines will Could you list out the new initiatives Kattaining self-reliance and the remaining 1400 MW The project will help to boost attract industries, which in Could you talk about the biggest be engaged for receiving the calls. If launched by the City Police to check in power production as will be added by December the economic activities in the turn will help in job creation challenges faced by the City Police? someone dials 100, the average picking crimes? Chief Minister Siddaramaiah 2018. Shakti Sthala will be the most backward taluk. The and prevent migration of The biggest challenge the City Police are time of this call is three seconds. Next, There are mainly two initiatives: Firstly, dedicated to the state the world’s largest solar power area has had the land rates at unemployed youth. facing is the demand for policing, which we have 270 police vehicles – Hoysalas - we closely keep a watch on criminals who first phase of newly built solar project once it attains its full Rs.25000 per acre before the Minister for Energy D K is increasing day by day, which means located in various parts of the Bengaluru are released on bail. If they are repeating park Shakti Sthala, which he potential of 2,000 MW. solar park was set up. But now Shivakumar has said that the people expect an immediate response. city, out of which 108 are pink Hoysalas, the crimes, we book them under the called the ‘Eighth Wonder of Siddaramaiah has said they have risen to Rs.4-5 lakh park has been named Shakti Meeting this expectation is the biggest exclusively meant for women related Goonda Act. If there are any cases of the World’, at Pavagada. The that the setting up of the which will be a great boon for Sthala as it was India’s largest challenge. The population of Bengaluru issues. For that, one woman police officer jumping the bail, we will cancel the bail. first phase of the park, situated 16,500-crore solar park was the people here. solar power park spread across is growing day by day. Developments is deployed to address the issues. The second initiative is dividing the at Thirumani in Pavagada an important milestone in “The project has been five villages.
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region, language, gender as barriers few pilot studies and the results are has more than 25 years of experience. Dr. Chaitra Harsha – to transact. Let me tell you an example very promising. We have prepared Vipragen is a CRO that offers pre-clinical from the industry in which I am currently detailed plans which will be executed research services to biotech and pharma working. Vipragen made a bold step of in coming years which aim to make R&D companies, both in India and abroad. starting knowledge campus in tier 2 cities access to healthcare more approachable, Currently it is a leading contract research A Testament of New Gen like Mysore with majority of talent pool affordable, quality conscious and service organization in biotech and pharma being women. Being a technology driven driven. industry, which dominates the industry in organisation with cutting edge biotech Telemedicine is one sector which has Karnataka. Entrepreneurship platforms, Vipragen today has positioned many technical persons involved in. Their Vipragen has top notch infrastructure as a pioneer transacting with global role is important on the technical side, with a 21,000 sq. ft. international majores and offering highly reputed especially the connectivity part. But at standard Animal research facility with services as a CRO. Looking ahead, I don’t the end of the day the most important Pharmacology, Safety, Microbiology and Dr Chaitra Harsha personifies foresee any unique constraint a women thing in any treatment is the presence and DMPK-Bioanalytical lab at Mysore with the realities of entrepreneurial entrepreneur has gone though. In general, the human touch of the doctor. People more than 34 members as the scientific success of new age India. government has been supportive of have recognised the need to connect team which include 7 PhD holders in Her educational qualification women entrepreneurship with Karnataka the patients to a tertiary centre where a various scientific field. Vipragen provides with MBBS degree and having being a trendsetter by providing access doctor is present. That’s where Blossom contract research services in the area completed PhD from Indian to the capital at a very competitive comes into the picture. The project of Pre-clinical drug discovery. It uses interest rate of 4% for lending up to 2 is only in the nascent stage for many the integrated platform to manage and Institute of Science one of Crores capital for a women entrepreneur. reasons like connectivity and logistics to generate IP. It also focuses on creating most reputed universities Many proactive initiatives like setting up remote locations. But the Government of internal assets through co-development in the world and having of separate industrial parks for women, Karnataka has taken initiatives to connect and in-house research and development. brushed shoulders with handholding entrepreneurs in early stage rural areas to tertiary centres like Jayadeva We partner and collaborate with biotech, management gurus at IIMB though programs like Elevate 100 have hospitals. Once they are completed, it pharma, research or new ventures is just part of the story. The certainly gone a long way. will be very easy to provide telemedical providing research capabilities services to rural regions. larger picture reveals her Tell us about your role as chief mentor, Blossom has also offered telemedical Helped by favourable government zest for experimentation and Blossom Group of Hospitals, and your policies, Karnataka is the leader in the for putting entrepreneurial recent experimentation of trying to country and Asia as far as startups and ideas through the road make an impact on healthcare through biotechnology are concerned. What are less travelled and building telemedicine in Karnataka which has your suggestions to the government to them in to astounding several remote places having no access to services to big corporate offices which give a further boost to entrepreneurs in treatment facilities. How much progress lack emergency medical care. With a these sectors? success stories. Advantage has been achieved on this front ? telemedical unit there, they can connect The initiatives by the government to Karnataka interacted with this Being a medical doctor, the urge to to Blossom hospital. We are trying to support the growth of biotech sector are women entrepreneur who provide access to good healthcare to poor have a breakthrough there and has one the best in India. They provide the is bubbling with enthusiasm and needy was always at the back of my already started a pilot project with an right ecosystem for BT firms to nourish. at her knowledge campus mind. In my role of mentoring Blossom IT Company in Electronic city. Doctors, The revised Biotech Policy in 2017, the tax group of Hospitals which is a compact, no including Dentists, Dermatologists will be reductions , the dedicated startup cell of of Vipragen at Mysore. Dr. Chaitra Harsha frill, quality driven healthcare setup, I have available round the clock at Blossom and BT etc. have boosted the growth in the always strived hard to drive home a point people can consult through telemedical sector. The booster packages for startups that service is the core value which needs kiosks at the corporate campuses which are helping them to move to next level. A doctor, a scientist, a management completed my PhD at Indian Institute of It helped me to acquire academic and to be the guiding factor. has all the basic medical facilities like The Elevate 100 scheme to nurture specialist, tell us more about this transition Science, Bengaluru, I enrolled myself to multifaceted skillsets with an exposure We at Blossom realised that provision blood test, ECG and checking vitals. After startups is another important policy. So, into a multifaceted entrepreneur ? the Management Programme for Women to global realities including the one that of healthcare cannot be restricted to initial consultation, if there is any further the government is taking the BT sector in Being an entrepreneur was a passion for Entrepreneurs (MPWE) at NS Raghavan success sutras are same across the globe. a hospital and has to be taken to the attention needed they will be referred the state to next level. me even before my graduation. Hence, Cell for Entrepreneurship, Indian Institute It rather made me confident enough to doorstep of the needy. Having this to either a different hospital or our own after completing my MBBS I wanted to of Management in 2009. This was an venture out for implementing my vison of thought we experimented providing hospital. Another challenge is the lack of Tell us more about Dr Chaitra as an pursue something new. I did not want to eye opener about the challenges of an being an entrepreneur. basic preventive services on-site at people’s awareness of telemedicine. individual. What are your hobbies? restrict myself within general healthcare entrepreneur. That’s when I realised the underprivileged areas like construction As an individual I am very close to sector by serving as a doctor. Hence, I importance of a stable ecosystem to What are your thoughts on women sites with are predominated by migrant Your latest venture, Vipragen nature. I am a keen traveller with wildlife decided to move on with my vision. I support a business, of building successful entrepreneurship ? labour with very low economic prowess. Biosciences, is making waves, winning conservation interests. I have explored preferred starting my own venture rather teams which are globally relevant and Entrepreneurship per se is gender Taking an olive leaf out of this was several honours. Could you talk more Western Ghats closely and feel pained than working under someone. As I had of being cost competitive in an incisive neutral. It’s the mindset that define very satisfying experience. We are about the enterprise? that we have not done enough to no prior experience in entrepreneurship, global market entrepreneurship in gender context. contemplating of connecting such Vipragen Biosciences was started five protect and conserve the biodiversity I was inspired to learn more about My stint at centres of excellence of global Last decade has seen path breaking neglected areas to world class tertiary years back by one of my seniors at IISc, which is a bounty of nature. I love taking the science of management and IIMB reputation like IISc and IIM has helped me changes the way world goes about doing healthcare institutions by adoption Dr. Chandrasekhar, who also is a serial photographs of nature and listening to was a natural destination. Soon after I a lot in my career to pursue my dreams. its business. World no longer looks at of telemedicine. We have conducted entrepreneur in Biotechnology and good music.
20 21 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA Grand Mahamastakabhisheka Karnataka Unveils its Ends on a High Note Official State Flag the statue has been bathed in holy clearance of the flag to be used in all ingredients like sacred water, coconut state government functions, flown below water, milk, sugarcane juice, herbal the Indian flag. For this, the government concoction, sandal and turmeric water will write to the Ministry of Home Affairs etc. After the anointment, the priests (MHA) seeking an amendment to the have offered precious stones and gold Flag Code, 2002. If the flag gets approval, and silver coins at the feet of the statue Karnataka will be the second state in as a mark of respect. The statue has also India, after Jammu & Kashmir, to have its been showered with petals of around 50 own flag. The government have set up variety of flowers. The Jains believe that a committee last year to study the legal attending this ceremony, which lasts for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressing the press after unveiling the official state flag. feasibility of an official state flag following 10 hours every day during the festival, will demands by the pro-Kannada activists. uplift their souls. aking a historic step in having a the centre. Siddaramaiah has unveiled The committee formed to design the This year’s festival has assumed unique identity for the state and the flag, ‘Nada Dwaja’ in Kannada, at flag was headed by eminent Kannada some political significance also as Tits Kannada pride, the Karnataka a meeting of all the flag committee scholar Hampa Nagarajaiah. After the anointment has been attended government have unveiled the official members and over 50 writers, experts unveiling the flag, Siddaramaiah has said The President, Ram Nath Kovind, at the inauguration of the Mahamastakabhisheka by various political figures including state flag. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and representatives of pro-Kannada that the long pending demand of having Mahotsav 2018 at Shravanabelagola, on February 07, 2018. Governor of Karnataka, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and JD(S) has accepted a nine-member committee’s organisations to discuss the issue. separate State flag has finally been Vajubhai Vala, Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah, and HD Deve Gowda, Former Prime Minister, Supremo HD Deve Gowda. Modi, who has design for the tricolour flag with yellow, The government will send the proposal realised with the support extended by all are also seen. been on a visit to the poll-bound state white and red with state emblem at to the central government for its the concerned. of Karnataka, has addressed the festival ffering salvation and agracing the event. Last time, the and inaugurated several development visual splendour to the Mahamastakabhisheka Mahotsav has projects there, like the new steps carved Othousands who reached taken place in 2006. at Vindhyagiri Hill by the Archaeological atop the Vindyagiri Hills, the grand The 10-day long festivities have begun Survey of India, and the Bahubali General Green Mahamastakabhisheka Festival 2018 has with the anointment of the massive Hospital. TM Product concluded at Shravanabelagola. The monolithic statue perched atop the The Prime Minister has said that the small town of Shravanabelagola in the Vindhyagiri hillock. The anointment saints and seers of India have always Hassan district of Karnataka has turned has begun amidst chanting of hymns served society and made a positive into a conglomeration of hundreds of and bhajans by lakhs of devotees who difference. “The strength of our society thousands of visitors from all over the climbed the hill. Shravanabelagola, is that we have always changed with the world who reached the town to be a part situated at 165Km from Bengaluru, is one times and adapted well to new contexts. of the famous Mahamastakabhisheka, of the most important Jain Tirth (a sacred It is our duty to provide good quality and which literally means “the great head- place) of the Jains in South India and has affordable healthcare to the poor,” he anointing ceremony”, of the statue of Lord great importance for archaeological and said. Bahubali, one of the important Jain icons. religious heritage. The festival has been The Mahamastakabhisheka this year The festival, which has been inaugurated a visual treat to the tourists who reached has another uniqueness because for by the President of India, Ram Nath the hillock which was lit up colourfully. the first time in the 1037-year history Kovind this year, is believed to be one of The various cultural activities held as of the festival, a woman from the Jain the most important religious occasions for part of the festival have been another community headed the celebrations. Jains. This year, the event has witnessed highlight this year. Seventy-year-old Sarita Jain has been over two lakh pilgrims who came to seek Karnataka Governor Vajubha Vala, Chief the president of Bharatvarsheeya blessings by having a glimpse of the holy Minister Siddaramaiah, Charukeerthi Digamber Jain Teerthkshetra Committee, anointment of the 57-feet tall monolith Bhattaraka Swami, Acharya Vardhamana which conducted the event. According of Lord Bahubali, considered the largest Sagar, a Jain saint, and Veerendra to officials, about 2.25 lakh people monolithic statue in the world. The ritual Heggade of Dharmastala were present at have visited the pilgrim town that has festival, held once in every 12 years, is the inaugural ceremony. been made ready by the authorities at hailed as the ‘Jain Maha Kumbh’ by the The rituals have begun with the Pancha an estimated cost of Rs.175 crore for devotees of Jain community around the Kalyana Mahotsava that signifies the the mega Jain observance. With the world. five phases in the life of Bahubali, who curtains down at the this year’s festival, Designers & Manufacturers The grand Mahamastakabhisheka is renounced his kingdom and attained Shravanabelagola will remain silent decidedly carried out every 12 years nirvana. for the next 12 years to host the next www.bamboooz.com / www.feelbambu.com with thousands of priests and pilgrims Throughout the ten days of anointment, Mahamastakabhisheka.
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• Excavators from the 70 T class to 300T class Growth Heralds in Construction • Wheel Loaders • Motor Graders • Vibratory Compactors Equipment Sector • Crawler Dozers • Skid Steer Loaders The Government’s focus towards • Hydraulic Pavers infrastructure sector continues to be high. • Dump Trucks The introduction of GST has given a further Our products have a strong presence in the market and offer the best value for money for our customers. We have a boost to infrastructure development and manufacturing facility in Bangalore for the manufacture of it is now much easier to carry out major L&T products and aggregates for Komatsu machines. Komatsu projects. The Project Monitoring Group manufactures products in its state-of-the-art facility at Chennai. under the PMO is focusing on large projects Some Komatsu products are imported from its overseas facilities. Scania manufactures tipper trucks in Bangalore. to resolve bottlenecks in environment and L&T 990HF Tandem Compactor land clearances, licenses and permits, road remote access management system which helps customers get Could you shed more light onto L&T’s focus on digitalization of crossing of pipelines and transmission towers, the best out of their assets. The Komatsu Motor Graders come machines? with a unique combination of direct and auto drive to enhance Digitalization of our products started in 2012 and we shifting of utilities and grant of right of the machine productivity. Similarly, the L&T Compactors are have since pioneered the introduction of ICT (Information way, says Mr. Arvind Garg, Executive Vice- equipped with patented low-energy consuming vibration & Communication Technology) tools in India. Most of our President and Head, Construction & Mining mechanisms. The mining tippers of Scania distributed by us machines are fitted with remote asset management system have top-class opt cruise systems. We are constantly striving for the benefit of our customers. Globally, the trend is shifting Machinery Business, Larsen & Toubro Limited to enhance customer value through introduction of superior towards Smart Construction Equipment. Our customers have and President, ICEMA. Mr. Garg speaks with products and technologies and introducing technologies of been well oriented to digitalization and we are now making Mr. Arvind Garg Anantha Narayanan of Advantage Karnataka global Standards. further improvements in this journey to meet global standards. about the growing construction equipment You have been championing Make in India mission with the Please elaborate on L&T’s efforts in CSR activities sector and L&T’s contributions to it. introduction of indigenously designed machines – could you We have been working closely with various sections of society elaborate? as part of the larger CSR program. This includes conducting job- Could you talk about the present growth of the infrastructure From a CII standpoint, could you talk about the initiatives L&T has set up a Product Development Centre in Coimbatore oriented courses for unemployed youth in accounting software, sector and green shoots which you see? you are presently undertaking, and could you highlight on the to harness in-house technologies and develop new products. tailoring activity, apparel design etc. We have adopted a The Government of India’s spending on infrastructure has seen possible outcomes? Our factory in Doddaballapur manufactures indigenously- government school where we undertake computer literacy and a significant rise from 7.4% of GDP in FY14-15 to 9% in FY17-18 and CII and ICEMA are closely working with the Union Government developed Wheel Loader, Vibratory Compactors and excavator hobby classes for the students. We have also tied up with NGO a further increase is budgeted for FY18-19 at 10% of GDP which and central ministries on a regular basis. Today, ICEMA represents aggregates as well as attachments. We have also introduced for social forestry activities to reach out to local communities to will be close to Rs.5.97 trillion. The focus towards infrastructure interests of over 64 companies who are in the Construction Hydraulic Pavers and Skid Steer Loaders during Excon 2017. improve livelihoods. sector continues to be high. The introduction of GST has given a Equipment business. We have set up different panels to work All these products symbolize L&T ‘s commitment to Make in further boost to infrastructure development and it is now much on several issues like taxation and finance, creating a regulatory India initiative. Also, our business partners Komatsu and Scania What are the various initiatives of your company in skill easier to carry out infrastructure development projects in India. framework for construction equipment, mining and mineral have set up manufacturing units in Chennai and Bangalore development and training for operating heavy machines? processing equipment, setting up of an independent test centre respectively to manufacture globally benchmarked products for Training has been a part of L&T credo. Our training centres are Any policy initiatives which are improving/clearing bottlenecks for CE etc. We are happy that many of our recommendations are Indian customers with a high level of indigenization. the best in the world and we conduct close to 400 plus programs in top 50 projects which are being monitored by the Cabinet being considered favourably by the Government. covering various technical topics to train about 6000 people Committee of Infrastructure? We are spearheading various training initiatives to enhance Could you talk about L&T’s association with Komatsu and every year. We have been recognised as the best company for The Project Monitoring Group under the PMO is closely skill levels of technicians and operators under Infrastructure Scania? training and skill development over the last 3 years. We continue monitoring large projects pertaining to National Highways Equipment Skill Council at our Central Training Centre in Our association with Komatsu dates back to 1998 and we to bring in several new concepts like Simulator labs, Test labs, ,Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Railways, Civil Kanchipuram. State-of-the-art Simulators have been installed have collaborated together to introduce several best-in-class Online courses and certification programs to enhance skill levels Aviation, and Shipping, Petroleum and Natural Gas, Chemicals at our Service Centres in Kanchipuram and Nagpur to provide products for both Construction and Mining applications. We tied of operators and technicians. and Fertilizers, Coal, Power, Mining, Cement, Construction and advanced training to operators. We also have ongoing programs up with Scania in 2007 and for distribution of mid-mining Tipper Steel, basically to resolve bottlenecks in environment and land for maintenance staff on repairability and diagnosis across the trucks. This association has been very strong over the years and clearances, licenses and permits, road crossing of pipelines and country. our business has improved multifold. With Komatsu equipment, transmission towers, shifting of utilities and grant of right of way. Scania Tipper trucks and L&T indigenous construction machines The debottlenecking decisions taken at the apex level are Could you talk about L&T’s latest products and technologies in and material handling equipment, we have been able to offer a ensuring faster resolution for these projects. To support infra construction equipment and mining sectors? wide range of products and solutions to our customers. companies, the Government has introduced hybrid annuity L&T has been a pioneer in the introduction of latest technologies project 5:25 scheme, S4A debt restructuring which will help and products in the Indian market. In the excavator segment, Could you give us an overview about L&T Construction & leveraged infra companies indebted on account of PPP model. we have the best-in-class HydrauMind hydraulics of Komatsu Mining Machinery’s business in India in terms of products, With such initiatives, the pace of execution has improved powered by the fuel-efficient environment-friendly Komatsu facilities, customer services etc? substantially. engines. Komatsu machines are equipped with Komtrax® In India, we offer a wide range of products such as Komatsu excavator 24 25 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA Presenting Ayurveda to the Modern
Anantha Narayanan K World in Sri Sri Tattva Way! HomePod- Apple’s Siri Speaker launched “Sri Sri Tattva, one of the fastest utting an end to all anticipations and rumours, Apple has growing Ayurveda and FMCG brands finally launched its HomePod smart speaker. HomePod in India, presents Ayurveda to the Pis Apple’s answer to its rivals Amazon’s Echo and modern world in its own unique Google’s Home which have already hit the market with virtual style. We have earned the trust of personal assistant that helps the users to play music, control our customers through our products smart home appliances using voice commands. The HomePod, which is based on Apple’s voice assistant Siri, is priced at $349 with excellent quality and purity. (approximately Rs.22500) and is now available at Apple Stores as We are positive in inspiring the well as its online store. modern world towards healthy and The initial reviews of HomePod have been quite positive. happy living through our consistent The users have reviewed that the music and sound quality of innovation in food and Ayurveda,” HomePod was top in the market. With superior sound and says Arvind Varchaswi, Managing microphone technology, HomePod stands distinct from its rivals. Apple has claimed that HomePod, by integrating incredible Director, Sri Sri Tattva, while umours about upcoming gadgets can be true sound in to a smart speaker, redefines the way music is enjoyed Arvind Varchaswi, MD, Sri Sri Tattva speaking on the brand’s vision. at times, and if such a rumour is true the world at home. Apple has focused heavily on the sound capabilities Rwill soon witness the first smartphone powered of the speaker and in fact, it is the sound quality that will help yurveda which originates The brand utilizes world-class research sales approach, the brand is also present by a whopping 10GB RAM. As smartphone makers are HomePod to differentiate from its competing products. from the Sanskrit word ‘Ayur’, and development practices to ensure the on mainstream ecommerce majors like 10GB RAM competing each other to power-pack their products, Though HomePod is only in seven inches tall, it is packed Ameaning life, and ‘Veda’ which original and beneficial characteristics of Big Basket, Amazon, Flipkart, eBay and Chinese manufacturer Vivo seems to be a bit hungrier than with top features. HomePod sports an Apple-designed 4-inch means ‘to know’, is an age-old science the ingredients are retained. more. SST follows a ‘customer-first’ its rivals. The latest leak stories in the gadget world hint upward facing woofer and a seven-tweeter array, with each of life, invented around 5000 years ago The brand’s front runner products policy, and unceasingly works to deliver that the Vivo is working on a smartphone-beast named tweeter outfitted independent driver, which will produce crisp, in India and has stood strong through include Immunity Builder SHAKTI Drops, its products at their doorstep all over the Vivo Xplay7, which would be the successor of Vivo Xplay 6 refined and distortion-free sound even at high volume levels. the ages. With the advent of awareness Sudanta, Non-fluoride herbal toothpaste, country. launched in 2016. The company’s upcoming flagship phone With its intelligent spatial awareness technology, HomePod can through mass media and social digital a brilliant Health drink Ojasvita which is The positive feedback received from is said to be powered by a 10GB RAM, which, if true, will be identify its ambience and adjust itself to produce best possible platforms coupled with some innovate made of 7 powerful herbs, Cow’s pure customers has invigorated SST to launch world’s most powerful smartphone. sound. It is powered by 1GB RAM and has touch controls at the marketing, people are now more aware Ghee and 100% Natural Honey. SST also its products all over the country through Leak stories, appeared on the Chinese website Weibo, top of the device for simple navigation. The round and 3D mesh about the benefits of Ayurveda and are has a new segment of Apparels, which has a multitude of exclusive Franchise outlets. suggest that the Vivo Xplay7 will be full of surprises with design enhance its acoustic properties. Apple has also said that enthusiastically willing to adopt natural received colossal response from its online These stores will deliver the entire top-of-the-line specifications. The phone is expected to the Homped will receive a software update later in the year and and healthy alternatives. Now is an ideal customers owing to its exclusivity on the range of the brand’s offerings to a larger feature a 4K OLED display, Snapdragon 845 SoC, up to a then two or more HomePods will be able to be paired together time for its revival. online platforms. The segment will soon consumer base by bringing them under 512GB storage, and an under-display fingerprint sensor. for stereo effect and multi-room playback. Sri Sri Tattva (SST), one of the trusted reach the offline customer base through one roof. The BBK-owned Chinese phone maker has recently created The six-microphone array enables HomePod to detect Siri and long-established FMCG brand, caters its distinct presence across various retail The brand plans to launch 1000 history when its X20 Plus UD became the world’s first commands from anywhere in the room even when loud music to the ever-growing requirements of channels of the market. franchised stores across the country smartphone to have an under-display fingerprint sensor. is being played. A visible LED waveform at the top of the the people. The brand aims to present SST Nadi Pariksha or Pulse Diagnosis within two years across three formats, Vivo is said to be planning to launch its Xplay7 flagship speaker is designed to let the users know that Siri is listening Ayurveda and natural ingredients in the offers a holistic Ayurveda and lifestyle Sri Sri Tattva Mart, Sri Sri Tattva Wellness smartphone this year, to directly take on iPhone X and when it receives the “Hey Siri” command. To ensure privacy, all most beneficial form, in an easy-to-use consultation to patients through expert Place, and Sri Sri Tattva Home and Health. Galaxy S9. If the early reports are true, Xplay 7 will be one communications between Siri and Apple servers are encrypted. manner to a growing health-conscious Nadi Vaidyacharyas, who conduct Sri Sri Tattva Mart, will be retailing its of the best smartphones of 2018 in terms of specifications. Besides music, Siri can provide news, weather updates traffic audience. With a strong focus on sourcing multiple health camps and Mega Nadi packaged food, personal and home care It is also reported that the Xplay7 might use the Synaptics- information; play podcasts; set reminders and timers; text high quality ingredients and adhering to Camps across the country to reach to the products. Sri Sri Tattva Wellness Place powered fingerprint recognition technology. If the phone messages etc. Siri can also act as a speaker phone. stringent manufacturing protocols and maximum number of people. will focus on health and wellness and is to feature Snapdragon 845 SoC, it will be Vivo’s only standards, Sri Sri Tattva ensures that only SST effectively facilitates tradehave certified doctors who will provide phone after the Xplay6 to have a Qualcomm flagship SoC. the best products are offered in multiple through its Omni-channel structure a comprehensive diagnosis, recommend The leaks also reveal that the phone will sport a dual rear segments. The brand also has a strong that channelizes their products through natural treatments and lifestyle camera setup with IMX Sony sensors and 4X optical zoom. commitment to supporting social and General trade, Modern trade, exclusive improvements. It is expected to come with a 4K OLED display with a 92.9 welfare initiatives of the Art of Living. Franchise stores, Panchakarma and The entire range of daily use products percent screen-to-body ratio, meaning totally bezel-less. With its holistic approach, SST ensures treatment Centres, Ayurveda Spas as and medicines will be available in the Vivo Xplay7 may be World’s First Smartphone First have to may be World’s Xplay7 Vivo It is rumoured to offer “Face ID 2.0” for facial recognition that good health and happiness is well as E Commerce. The brand has an largest format, the Sri Sri Tattva Home and and will have storage variants - 256GB and 512GB. The price delivered across its various categories established presence through its online Health. range of the phone is still unknown but expects to cross such as Personal care, Health care, Home portal and is also exclusively available as Sri Sri Tattva, operating in more than 30 Rs.30K. care, incense and fragrance that have a mobile app for Android and iOS users. countries, has plans to widen the business been formulated by dedicated scientists. Highlighting the need for a multi-channel across the globe.
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Where Chikmagalur to Stay ? around 250 species of birds present in the sanctuary. Major Hotels : A Green Slice estled KSTDC’s Hotel Mayura amidst and fauna is Baba Budangiri (Datta Peeta) Velapuri, Belur Nthe mystic worth watching. The Also known as the Chandra Drona of Heaven atop hills of the Western Ghats; sanctuary got its name because Parvatha, Datta Peeta is a popular Chikmagalur PWD Guest House, surrounded by the cascading the river Bhadra, which has its origin in the tourist destination with rich sightseeing The Grand Krishna Luxury Hotel, waterfalls; and blanketed by the points that Mullayanagiri range, flows through it. The attractions. The mountain is named after The Gateway Hotel, Hotel Raj verdant greenery of grasslands, offer the opportunity wildlife safari is one of the main attractions the Muslim saint Baba Budan. The main the Western Mahal etc. There are OYO Chikmagalur, the Coffee Land to enjoy the panoramic views of here. Being a Project Area, you can see the attraction here are three caves here, where of Karnataka, is much familiar to the enthralling beauty of Western tigers up close in its natural habitats. There siddhas (religious oracles) are buried and Rooms and budget Ghats nature-lovers as the synonym of Ghats. are a lot of deciduous trees which adds to ceremonies (Urs) are held here annually. The homestays also. tranquillity. This hill-town, located Mullayanagiri the greenery that pervades the sanctuary. scenic beauty of the region coupled with in the south-west Karnataka, is Mullayanagiri is the highest peak The forest, which is usually damp, is full of the intriguing caves makes Datta Peeta a Sharadamba Temple one such place that can de-stress in Karnataka. With a height of 1930 wide varieties of flora. More than hundred popular tourist spot. Another attraction is Sri The Sharadamba Temple, located in its visitors by offering a tranquil metres, the mountain beckons you species of trees can be found here which Guru Dattatreya Bababudanswamy’s Darga, Shringeri town in Chikmagaluru, is dedicated Anantha Narayanan K retreat blended with an enticing to scale it. The most important include teak, rosewood etc. Also, there are an ancient institution, considered holy for to the goddess of wisdom. It is believed climate. Sprawling in the lush green attraction of Mullayanagiri is the special bird-watching expeditions, when Hindus and Muslims. Here the puja is led by that Adi Shankaracharya, the famous Hindu mountains, Chikmagalur offers the 4km trekking that begins from ornithologist accompany you to watch an unmarried man. A unique distinction this practitioner set up his practice at this place. mesmerizing views of the thick Sarpadhari. The spring season is the mountain range accounts for is that the first The temple, built in 8th century, is located Shola forests and lush green bushes ideal time to trek here as there will coffee plantation was grown here. There are on the banks of the Tungabhadra River. throughout the ways. This pristine be less rain. Hundreds of people How to Reach ? countless coffee plantations on the sylvan Earlier the image of the goddess was made hikmagalur, the hill station, located in the foothills climb the hill to offer their prayers slopes of this mountain range. of sandalwood but was later was replaced of the Mullayanagiri range, must at a sm all temple dedicated to with a gold version. Students attempting Bangalore - 250 kms Coffee Land of have undoubtedly secured a spot in Lord Shiva on top of the peak. Kemmangundi important examinations come here to offer Mangalore - 152 kms Karnataka, is the bucket list of every nature-lover, The breath-taking scenery of the This outstanding hill station is situated at puja and seek blessings. who wants to escape from the region, exotic flora, and the thrilling a height of about 1400 metres. Also known much familiar to rambunctious noises of the routine ascent of the peak is an ideal blend By Road as the Sri Krishnarajendra Hill Station, Kalhatti Falls nature-lovers as life and experience the nature in its for anyone who loves adventure. Bus - KSRTC and Private Services Kemmangundi was a summer retreat centre Situated near to Kemmanagudi, the best form. The diligent upward walk is a bit from Bangalore (6 - 7 hours) of Mysore Wodeyars. A must-visit attraction Kalhatti Falls is one true blessing of nature The town derives its name from precarious, but when the cold here is a guest house named Raj Bhavan and that encompasses all its charm and purity. the synonym of tranquillity. Car - 4 hrs 45 mins via NH 75 the Kannada word ‘Chikmagaluru’ winds touches your bosom when its Rose Garden. The Raj Bhavan is a favourite In the backdrop of mountains and dense C and 5 hrs 30 mins via NH 73. With its verdant greenery, literally means “The town of the you pass every slope it will relish sunrise and sunset spot, where you can view foliage, the falls revitalise all its surroundings cascading waterfalls, enticing younger daughter”. Stories say the challenge. The serpentine trek the splendid routine of nature at its best. and the visitors. that the town has been given as a trails here are serene and are known By Rail Another interesting spot here is the Z point. There is a small temple in the vicinity. This climate, coffee-smelling hills, dowry to the younger daughter of for nature’s raw beauty. The trek is Nearest Major Stations- Being a vantage point, you have to ascent temple is sandwiched in the waterfalls. this hill station in the south- Rukmangada, the legendary chief through lush grasslands, rugged Birur and Kadur the slope for an hour to reach there. The Z The temple has idols and stone structures. of Sakkarepatna. Chikmagalur is rocks, and also statues of Shiva’s point is frequented by visitors to view the Throughout the year, devotees visit this Trains to Chikmagalur west Karnataka is a green slice a part of the Malenad region of celestial bull Nandi. Once you reach sunrise and sunset. If you go downhill there place and offer their prayers here. Karnataka which is largely forested the top you will be received by the (7-8 hours from Bangalore) is the two-tiered Hebbe Falls, descending of heaven atop of the majestic area that covers the slopes of the enthralling view of the Western from a height of over 150 metres. Hebbe Western Ghats. This pristine hill Western Ghats. Hence, Chikmagalur Ghats in its full-fledged glory. By Air falls are a sight to remember receives heavy rainfall throughout Nearest airports - Mangalore and and cherish. station must have undoubtedly the year and temperature seldom Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary Bangalore International Airports secured a spot in the bucket crosses 25-degree-Celsius, which Situated 35km from the makes the town a favourite summer Chikmagalur town, Bhadra wildlife list of every nature-lover, who retreat. The umpteen number of sanctuary is a protected area and tourist attractions in Chikmagalur, Project Tiger area. wants to escape from the especially its favourable climate It is home to many wild animals rambunctious noises of the and coffee estates, are popular and birds, and its exotic among the travellers across the flora routine life and experience globe. The multiple hills located at the nature in its best form. great heights are proven vantage
28 29 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA China Shows Special Interest in Conference ‘MSME- An Engine of Growth Chicago Bengaluru’s IT Parks on Mysuru’s for Indian Economy’ Varsity to Startup Potential Help Clean ighlighting the startup Bengaluru potential, Confederation Hof Indian Industry (CII) has imed at cleaning the conducted a conference named, environment of the Garden ‘Mysuru: The Next Tech Startup Capital City of India, the University of Mr. Rajendra Kumar Kataria, Secretary, MSME & Mines, Commerce & Industries Department, A of Karnataka’, in Mysuru. The conference Government of Karnataka, addressing the Annual MSME Conference . Chicago in the US midwest has tied up has been inaugurated by Mr. Naganand with the Karnataka Urban Development Doraswamy, Managing Director and mphasising the significant role government and the system. The sector is Department. Bengaluru Development Chinese Government delegation billion by 2020, with a growth of 7.5%of Founder, Ideaspring Capital. The of Micro, Small and Medium witnessing huge growth, and the diverse Minister K J George has said that led by Mr. Han Qide, Vice Premier, (GDP). The number of internet users in conference has addressed what all EEnterprises (MSMEs) in having the schemes and incentives provided by the the university will source ideas from APeople’s Republic of China has India is expected to reach 730 million Mysuru can do to attract Multinational country evolve as one of the emerging government will ensure further growth. the people to clean up Bengaluru’s visited Bengaluru in February to learn by 2020, supported by fast adoption of Companies (MNCs). During his inaugural economies in the world, Confederation The government is also planning to set up environment. more about the cities IT parks and their digital technology. address, Mr. Doraswamy has pointed of Indian Industry (CII) has organised the 21 new layouts in the states for MSMEs, so “We have launched the Bengaluru potential. The 17-member High Official The delegation has held several out the need of more MNCs coming to Annual MSME Conclave 2018 in Bengaluru. that they won’t face any land crunch,” he Innovation Challenge to improve the delegation has visited Mindtree which is discussions that focussed on topics like Mysuru to prosper startups. The event, themed “MSME-An engine of added. city’s air and water quality by sourcing India’s seventh major IT company. Product Engineering & Development, Mr. Doraswamy has said that though growth for Indian Economy”, has been The conference has held many sessions inventive ideas from citizens, civic A special interest and curiosity to learn Testing & IT Infrastructure. The Mindtree tourism branding is good in Mysuru, attended by Mr. Rajendra Kumar Kataria, addressing various aspects of the leaders, academics, corporations and about IT parks of Bengaluru have been team has been led by Mr. Rostow there is no proper road connectivity Secretary, MSME & Mines, Commerce MSME sector like marketing, growth other institutions across the country,” on a high wave in China. China now sees Ravanan, CEO &Managing Director, which is very important in attracting & Industries Department, Government opportunities, smart manufacturing, said the minister. India as a major contributor in IT and a along with entire senior leadership team. more MNCs. Proper ecosystem and of Karnataka; Mr. Aman Choudhari, financial opportunities, attrition and The winners of the challenge would be high-end market for all IT Products and The discussions have further revolved incubator for startup is very much a Convener, CII MSME Panel & MD, Surin talent retention etc. People from various given up to Rs.1.5 crore over two years services. Indian companies can play a around Big Data, Mobility & Business need of the hour. In Mysuru, we need to Automotive Pvt. Ltd., Mr. T Sudhakar Pai, sectors, who became successful with to test and implement their ideas with major role in building IT capabilities in Intelligence as well. Mr. Vipin Sahni, create proper ecosystem and incubators Past Chairman, CII Karnataka & MD Kurlon their own ventures, have addressed the the support of the state government China and can mutually benefit both Executive Director, CII Institute of Quality for startups. Startups have different Enterprise Ltd. etc. sessions by sharing their success stories to and the varsity faculty. If successful, nations. The internet industry in India also presented a speech on “CII’s Quality requirements. How we take them out of Mr. Kataria has said that the state the young entrepreneurs . these ideas could become the policies will double its footprint to reach US$ 250 capabilities”. comfort zone and get them to next level government had been proactive in the The conclave has observed that MSME that the government can implement, is important. Apart from this, funding promotion of the growth of MSME sector. sector emerged as a highly vibrant and providing a model for other cities to becomes very important,” he said. “The government has rolled out many dynamic sector of the Indian economy emulate, he added. CII Holds Post-Budget The conference has observed that schemes for supporting MSMEs. We can over the last five decades. MSMEs also With a population of about 10 million tier – II cities offer startup-friendly only facilitate the ecosystem for nurturing play a key role in the development of and growing, Bengaluru is grappling Analysis at Hubbali environment by providing low cost the growth. It is only through hard work, the economy with their flexible and with increasing air and lake water manpower, cheaper real estate, and dedication and determination the MSMEs innovative entrepreneurial spirit. pollution. The challenge is a programme of the budget on various sectors. The key more affordable amenities to young could be successful ”. The conference has brought together of the Tata Centre for Development objective of the session has been to share companies with limited budgets. Mr. Kataria has urged the young all stakeholders to discuss about at the University of Chicago, and the the analysis of the budget from the view Entrepreneurship in India is “at an all- entrepreneurs to have trust in various issues faced in the sector and Urban Development Department. The of various Industries and to enlighten time high”. government. “You must have trust in the opportunities available for MSMEs. Energy Policy Institute at the University the members on the key aspects of the India has witnessed a record-breaking of Chicago’s (EPIC) India team and Direct & Indirect taxes. growth in smartphone adoption and University of Chicago’s Energy and The session has included Budget data services. Environment Lab are also working Analysis Presentations on Direct Taxes, Mysuru has all the wherewithal to together for the project. Indirect Taxes and Panel Discussion with become the next tech startup hub Michael Greenstone, Director, EPIC, has industry leaders in Hubbali. More than after Bengaluru. Being the second said that the answers to the problems 25 senior industry leaders have attended largest software exports in Karnataka, that modern cities face today are often onfederation of Indian Industry the post-budget analysis presentation. Mysuru has a very unique blend of found hidden by those with unique on- (CII), with BDO India LLP as Mr. Naveen Rajpurohit, Partner Indirect manufacturing and services industry the-ground knowledge. “We aim to find Cthe Knowledge Partner, has Tax, Mr. Pankil Sangvi, Partner Tax in Electronic System Design and those answers. The organisers would organised a session at Hubballi on ‘Post- & Regulatory and Mr. Poonam Naik, Manufacturing (ESDM) sector which is screen the applications over the next six Budget Analysis’ to enable members to Business Development have spoken at also a major export revenue generator. months and then announce the winners understand the implications and impact the event. of the challenge,” said Greenstone.
30 31 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA CII Karnataka Holds Session on Yi Summit Looks at Uncertainties in Union Budget Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Maj (Retd.) Neil Castelino, Director & Head, CII Karnataka, Dr Kaushik Murali, Chairman, Young Indians Bangalore & President Sankara Eye Hospitals, Bhaskar Bhat, Managing Director, Titan Company Ltd.; Mr. Jacob Joy, National Chairman, Young Indians and Director JJ Confectionery, Mr. Kamal Bali, Chairman CII Karnataka & Managing Director Volvo India; and Mr. Darpan Jain, Commissioner for Industrial Development & Director of Industry & Commerce, at the inaugural session. Maj (Retd.) Neil Castelino, Director & Head, CII Karnataka; Mr. Amit Sarkar, India Head, BDO India; Ms. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Chairman he Bangalore Chapter of Young Around 175 delegates from Bangalore, have pitched their ideas from a reusable and Managing Director, Biocon Limited; Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan, Past President, CII; Mr. Vikram Kirloskar, Chairman, CII Southern Region; and Mr. Kamal Bali, Chairman, CII Karnataka State Council, at the session on Union Budget 2018-19 held in Bengaluru. Indians (Yi), part of Confederation Mysore, Belgaum, Chennai, Tirupur, strap to automated cleaning of solar Tof Indian Industry, has held the Salem, Madurai and Coimbatore have panel. he Confederation of Indian increase employment and encourage more job creation and hoping for its well 6th National Entrepreneurship Summit attended the summit. The students have been awarded Industry has held a session entrepreneurship through various implementation. Mr. Surinder Choudhari, at Hotel Taj West End. Themed ‘What Delegates have been drawn from prize money and an opportunity to be Ton the Union Budget 2018-19 measures. Chairman, Surin Automotives, has said IF?’, the Summit has aimed looking at various entrepreneurships, Young Indians mentored and prototyping worth Rs.5 in Bengaluru to analyse the various The session has stated that many of that the budget was one of the best uncertainties in the entrepreneurial Chapters, CII Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, Lakhs. aspects of the budget and how it would the measures in the Budget were in and would help the Indian economy to ecosystem. Harvard Angels, Stanford Angels and Teams from VIT University, Vellore, benefit various sectors. Mr. Kamal Bali, line with CII recommendations such as grow. Mr. Aman Choudhari, Convenor, The summit has been inaugurated Indo American Chamber of Commerce Indian Institute of Technology, Madras Chairman, CII Karnataka State Council, incentives for new jobs, extending fixed CII Karnataka MSME Panel has opined by Mr. Darpan Jain, Commissioner for amongst others. and Kumaraguru College of Technology Mr. Amit Sarkar, India Head Indirect term employment, enhancing quality that the increased Mudra allocation of Industrial Development & Director of The prizes for the winners of YuStart, have won the prizes. Tax Industry Expert, BDO India, Mr. Kris of education including teacher training funds for MSMEs, refinancing etc. would Industry & Commerce, Govt of Karnataka the national student start-up challenge YuStart 2018 has had as jury a mix of Gopalakrishnan, Past President CII, Mr. and addressing healthcare access. In a promote MSMEs. Mr. Muthukumar, Past in the presence of Mr. Bhaskar Bhat, organised by CII-Yi, have also been eminent entrepreneurs and investors who Vikram Kirloskar, Chairman, CII Southern difficult year, the Finance Minister has Chairman, CII Mysore, has called the Managing Director, Titan Company Ltd., presented. In the 4th edition of YuStart were able to look at the ideas holistically. Region, Ms. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, done well to contain the fiscal deficit at budget an inclusive budget. Mr. Kamal Bali, Chairman CII Karnataka & this year, shortlisted teams have The Chairperson of the jury was Mr. Ravi CMD, Biocon Limited, Mr. Neil Castelino, 3.5% of GDP with a deviation of 0.3% from Lauding the Universal Health Insurance Managing Director Volvo India, Mr. Jacob presented their ideas at IIM Bangalore. Gururaj, Founder, QikPod.com. Jury Director & Head, CII Karnataka, and the Budget estimate. The plan to move scheme Biocon Chairperson Ms. Kiran Joy, National Chairman, Young Indians They have been selected from teams from Members were Mr. Anil Shenoy, Head of around 30 industry leaders, various media towards fiscal consolidation in the coming Mazumdar-Shaw has termed the Union and Director JJ Confectionery and Dr colleges in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and as Technology & Operations, Social Alpha, professionals have attended the session, year would maintain macro stability and Budget as exhaustive and comprehensive. Kaushik Murali, Chairman, Young Indians far as Chhattisgarh. Mr. Kiran Sivadas, EVP Enventure and Mr. and discussed the Budget. enhance investor confidence. The session “One of the big takeaways of the Budget Bangalore & President Sankara Eye The jury has selected the 5 best ideas. Rajnish Pal, Partner, Fox Mandal. There has been a pre-budget session was concluded by stating that it was a was the health insurance scheme for Hospitals. Student Entrepreneurs from 5 colleges where the CII members presented their balanced and prudent Budget overall, about 50 Crore people in the country. expectations and recommendations that sets the foundation for future growth The prospects of the budget would help be encouraged. India, has said that the relaxation of FDI will facilitate the path for 8 percent plus regarding the budget. Later, the Budget of the economy. Various industry leaders the government to continue their efforts Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan, CII Past protocol in the Budget has been a much growth of the economy. The National speech has been viewed live, followed and company heads have shared their to address various problems like relieving Chairman, co-founder and former MD & needed and much awaited clarification. Health Protection Scheme, beneficial by a discussion and media interaction. views on the budget. the current agricultural stress. Shaw has CEO of Infosys, has said that the budget “I welcome the relaxation of FDI protocol to 50 Crore people with an annual The members have said that the Budget Mr. Vikram Kirloskar has said that there also supported the government’s mission that gives highest level focus on health, for foreign companies wanting to partner limit of Rs.5 Lakhs for hospitalisation, proposed some excellent measures to was no major disruption in the budget to create 24 medical colleges at district education, agriculture etc. will boost job with Indian companies to set up defence will add to the financial security of ease the lives of the common people with and he was hopeful for the simplification hospitals. creation in the country. “The Budget’s manufacturing hubs in India. The lower-income families by lessening the emphasis on the farm sector, education, of the taxes. He has also felt that the If implemented effectively, it could focus on highest level focus on health, decision will encourage to India’s defence medical expenses. The ‘Revitalising healthcare and social protection. health policy is a great initiative, but its address both clinical practice and education, agriculture etc is a welcome manufacturing industry,” he said. Infrastructure and Systems in Education’ Small and medium enterprises have implementation has to be watched. Mr. research. The Budget’s focus on science move. I believe that these sectors can Mr. Kamal Bali, Chairman, CII Karnataka (RISE) for education sector, mentioned received a boost through tax measures Sandeep Maini, Managing Director, Maini and technology, with India being create an environment promising large and MD, Volvo Group, has said that the in the budget, will increase research as well as access to credit. CII has Precision Products Ltd. has opined that amongst the lowest investors in the field number of jobs. Union Budget addresses the pain points investments and infrastructure in higher appreciated government’s efforts to the impetus to MSME would encourage compared to other BRICS nations, has to Mr. Amit Sarkar, India Head, BDO of the economy, and in the long run it education institutions, he said.
32 33 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA Karnataka’s Manufacturing ‘Samridhi’ – CII’s Initiative Sector Ascertains Make in to Promote Skill Training India’s Potential ith a flourishing manufacturing sector, WKarnataka is manifesting the potential of the Union Government’s flagship programme Make in India. Being one of the fastest growing states he Skills, Sustainability and CSR panel of CII Karnataka with around 70% of MSMEs as members, has taken the objective in India, Karnataka’s natural resources, has conducted “Samridhi-Taking the next Big Step”, a to focus on servicing MSMEs as they constitute the backbone of policy incentives and infrastructure Tskill training module on skill training. The first workshop India’s economy by maintaining an appreciable growth rate. attract investments in the IT/ITeS, of Samridhi has been conducted at Bosch Limited in January. The Skills, CSR & Sustainability panel has earlier made a biotechnology, engineering, electronics, The two-day training module has been customised as per the beginning by identifying the training needs of some interested automotive, textiles, agriculture and training needs of the participating MSME companies. As a result companies in ELCIA and understanding the need and food-processing sectors. Moreover, the of the training, the trainees have come up with their plan of importance of training at all levels of the organization. The panel, state is making notable investments to action to improve their business processes at their workplace. in the year 2017-18, has taken the initiative of targeting one provide an impetus to boost industrial The most critical chord that one tends to touch upon while geographical area in Karnataka and deploying the strategies of growth and infrastructure, and to set up either set up their manufacturing Development Organisation (DRDO) talking about India’s demographic dividend, is ‘skilling’. While Skill development in that area which could in turn be replicated industrial clusters, SEZs and public-private plants in India or are in the process. have their headquarters in Bangalore. Industry-focused skilling can help make those entering the in other geographical areas of Karnataka. The CII Karnataka partnership (PPP) projects. The Government of India has helped Global companies like Boeing Research working age employable, another challenge is to address the Skills, Sustainability and CSR panel has partnered with Electronic India is the sixth largest economy in the the growth of manufacturing by taking & Technology Centre and Airbus learning needs of the existing workforce and provide them with City Industries Association to identify the training needs of the world with a GDP of $2.45 trillion in which several initiatives, the reduction of tax rate Engineering Centre have made Karnataka the desired reskilling or upskilling opportunities. CII Karnataka, MSMEs situated in ELCIA & provide them Skill building training. manufacturing contributes 14.2% to the to 25% for companies having a turnover their base. The State is a manufacturing total GDP. The Central Government aims up to 250 Crores and the increase in the hub for automotive majors such as Volvo, at increasing the manufacturing share export incentives available to labour Toyota Kirloskar, L&T Komatsu, Siemens, of GDP to 25% by 2025 and creating 100 incentive MSME sector by 2% are some BOSCH, Tata, Mahindra Reva, BOSCH, JK million new jobs. of the reforms made by the government Tyres, etc. Karnataka holds tremendous Post the launch of ‘Make in India’ to promote a healthy manufacturing potential for automobile manufacturing program by Prime Minister, Narendra environment. industry and caters to OEMs for various Modi, India is now seen as the most In all the states, Karnataka is considered automobile parts such as trucks, cars, potential manufacturing hub globally. It is as a pioneer state in manufacturing sector SUVs, etc. projected as a talent pool in the areas of due to the favourable industrial policies With an incentive of 100% FDI allowed in science and technology along with lower of the State Government, availability of the Machine Tools industry by the Indian labour costs as compared to many other skilled human resources in abundance Government, India’s first Integrated economies. This has helped the country and rapidly growing infrastructure. Machine Tool Industry Park (IMTIP) is set to become the most preferred destination India’s first and top-most R&D centres to come up near Bangalore in Karnataka. for investment in the manufacturing in Defence and Aerospace such as Karnataka also plays a major role in the sector. Indian Space Research Organisation textile industry, it produces over 20% of Most of the global companies have (ISRO) and the Defence Research and the national garment production and 45% of the national raw silk production which constitute 24% of the total value of silk goods exported from India. Karnataka is known for the IT services and has a major contribution in the growth of India’s services sector and is now focusing on extensive industrial infrastructure development in order to encourage the foreign investments. Karnataka State Government aims to develop the state into a manufacturing hub which will help in situating the state in the centre of the ‘Make in India’ campaign.
34 35 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA CII calls for Development in CII CEO Forum Focuses on IWN India’s FSSA Report Industrial Region Conducts
be furthered through infrastructure development of major industrial areas in Karnataka by improving roads, truck terminals, Workshop providing street lights, power supply, water supply, etc. Capacity Building & Training Programs CII, with the support of its Centre of Excellence, has proposed to champion Capacity Building & Global Manufacturing Training Programs for the development of MSMEs based out of Tier 2 & 3 Cities in Karnataka. • The proposed programs- Zero Effect- Zero Defect / Mr. T Parabrahman, Past Chairman, CII Karnataka, Lean Manufacturing / Operational Excellence / Total Productive representing CII at the pre-budget discussion Maintenance / Energy Efficiency / HR & Finance convened by Chief Minister Mr. Siddaramaiah. • Benefits- World-class Product / low operational cost / he confederation of Indian Industry (CII), has called for improved productivity and efficiency etc. Indian Women Network (IWN), an the development of industrial sector in the state with • Proposed cities- Mysuru, Belgaum, Hubbali, Dharwad initiative by the Confederation of Indian special attention to Mysuru and Hubballi regions. It has and Bellary. Industry (CII) Southern Region, has T Dr. Charan Singh, Visiting Faculty, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore urged the government to further industrial growth by creating organised a workshop on “Prevention & Former Senior Economist, IMF; Mr. Kamal Bali, Chairman, CII Karnataka State a Centre of Excellence-Industry 4.0, skill development centres, MSME Sector Development of Sexual Harassment” in February at Council 2017, President & Managing Director - Volvo Group India Pvt Ltd; and Mr. promotion of industry clusters, MSME development, better road CII has requested the Government of Karnataka to allocate Andreas Bauer, Senior Resident Representative, IMF, at the CII CEO Forum. CII office, Bengaluru. The session has connectivity, etc. The recommendations have been presented fund for the sectoral growth of MSMEs in the state. In India, been addressed by Dr Sapna Mohan, by Mr. T Parabrahman, Past Chairman, CII Karnataka, who capital is scarce, and labour is abundant. MSMEs have lower he fifth CEO Forum has been risk assessment and the financial sector Dean of School of Law, Presidency represented CII at a pre-budget discussion with Chief Minister capital-output and higher capital-labour ratios than large-scale conducted by the Confederation oversight framework and includes a University, Bengaluru and Ms. Nirmala Mr. Siddaramaiah. CII has highlighted the huge potential for industries, therefore, it is better to serve economic growth and Tof Indian Industry in Bengaluru. discussion of the priorities for future Menon, Founder and CEO of Interweave industrial growth in the regions. employment objectives. Since 2010-11, India’s MSME sector has The prime focus of the forum has market development. Consulting Pvt. Ltd. It has focused shown a remarkable growth rate of 11%. Therefore, it becomes been on a walkthrough with the IMF The Indian financial system is going on Recognising and Resolving Issues COE-Industry 4.0 essential that it be considered as important as our agricultural Representative Andreas Bauer on the through a transformational shift. of Sexual Harassment at Work and CII has urged the government to support and consider funding sector. The recommendations were: Indian Financial Sector by going deep Domestic growth just bounced back after included both the employer’s and for the creation of Centre of Excellence-Industry 4.0, especially • To remove developmental charges presently collected from into the Financial Systems Stability some hiccups with initial effects of the employee’s perspectives applicable. for 3-D Printing & Robotics. The centre would have dedicated HESCOM, KEB etc in Government developed Industrial estates. Assessment (FSSA) of India, which was country-wide GST. The three-hour-long event has labs on 3D printing, Robotics & AI etc., with state of the art • KSSIDC/KIADB’s Industrial area should provide separate land recently completed by the International The overall investment climate remains also discussed the effects of sexual equipment such as robots, 3D printers. This would give boost for basic facilities like Sulabh Shouchalaya, pure drinking water Monetary Fund & the World Bank. challenging though the situation has harassment, challenges of office to industries such as manufacturing, construction, medical & facility, sports/yoga facility, worker welfare activity facility etc. Mr. Andreas Bauer has given a detailed shown improvement in the recent past. romances, responsibilities and dos & healthcare etc. • Separate SME slab of property tax to be implemented by the presentation to provide the details The FSSA takes stock of the important don’ts of employers and employees, etc. respective corporation lesser than housing tariff. Government to and content of the report. He has also growth that India’s financial industry The workshop, has been held mainly for EV & Auto-Components Cluster pass a special GO. interacted with the CII CEO Forum has recorded over the past five years, career women, professionals, faculties The Indian automobile industry accounts for 7% of India’s total • Government to provide all health benefits like Vajpayee members. identifies remaining challenges, and and students. It has discussed sexual GDP and employs more than 19 million people. EV in India is Arogya Bhagya Kendra, Yashwini etc. & State Government health The FSS assessment which involves a discusses areas where further reform harassment from different angles and expected to generate new opportunities worth USD 300 billion schemes to owners and workers of SME’s. comprehensive and in-depth analyses is desirable, including the resolution covered topics like the meaning of in the domestic market and would be able to fulfil 25-40% of of a country’s financial sector is of non-performing assets, the role of sexual harassment, its definitions and total global demand for batteries. Establishment of EV & Auto- Better Road Connectivity been conducted every five years for public sector banks in the economy, and nuances at workplaces, various types Components Manufacturing Cluster could become a great About 95 industrial areas have been developed all over systemically important financial systems priorities for further market development. of harassment, helping understand the growth driver for Indian automobile industry. Therefore, CII has the state, with eight in and around Mysuru district, but the such as India’s. The FSSA focuses on context etc. urged the government to allocate funds for development and infrastructure sees lot of scope for development as roads within promotion of automobile industry in the state. CII has suggested the vicinity of the Metagalli and Belgola industrial areas at the establishment of EV & Auto-Components Manufacturing Mysuru, Nanjangud and Kadakola are in dilapidated conditions Skill Development Centre at Mysuru institutes so that land and building will come free of cost. Cluster in Narasapura or Bidadi in Ramanagara Region and have resulted in accidents and inconvenience for cargo With growing number of auto component manufacturers transportation. In industrial area of Hootagalli, especially the in Mysuru, the establishment of Skill Centre with specialised Expansion of Airport Promotion of Industrial Clusters PWD Road connecting KRS Road from Hunsur Highway at training programs would play a vital role in creating skilled Mysore’s image as the next best investment destination In the past few years, Karnataka has seen significant growth, Mysuru, is severely damaged and requires laying of new road. workforce for the rising demand from the industry. CII has in Karnataka after Bangalore has taken a beating due to and to keep it smooth and consistent, CII has requested the CII has urged the government to allocate Rs.50 Crores towards requested the government for the allocation of funds towards connectivity and airport expansion issues. Collective efforts Government of Karnataka to allocate fund for the promotion construction and repair of the existing industrial roads in Mysuru tools and machinery for a Skill Centre at Mysuru, which could are the need of the hour to address air connectivity and airport of industrial clusters in the state. The industry growth could & Nanjangud. be established in partnership with one of the major education expansion on priority basis.
36 37 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA The Visionary Budget of India CII Operational & People
The Union Budget 2018-19 is pragmatic as it shifts its stance from nurturing the industry, which for a long time had got used to Excellence Conference 2018 pampering because of ‘infant industry status’ to providing for the voiceless (MSMEs), helpless (stressed farmers) and the noiseless (senior citizens). The budget is for the voiceless (MSMEs), helpless (majority of Indian farmers are still dependent on rain) and noiseless (senior citizens) by the government that listens and accommodates views from the public. Therefore, this budget is visionary and serve as a turning point for the young demographic India,” says Dr Charan Singh, Visiting Faculty, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore & Former Senior Economist, IMF.
Mr. V. Narasimhan, Executive Director, Brakes India; Mr. Vikram Kirloskar, Chairman, CII Southern Region &Vice Chairman, Dr Charan Singh First, it needs to be recognized that organizations, national bamboo mission Toyota Kirloskar Motors Pvt Ltd; Mr. R V Deshpande, Minister for Large & Medium Industries & Infrastructure Development, Former Senior Economist, IMF the role of the Finance Minister is with enhanced outlay, promoting export Government of Karnataka; Mr. Kamal Bali, Chairman, CII Karnataka & President & Managing Director, Volvo Group extremely challenging when the budget of agro-commodity by setting state-of- India Pvt Ltd; Mr. T R Parasuraman, Chief Convener, CII Karnataka Operations & People Excellence & Deputy Managing he macroeconomic situation of has significant amount of committed art testing facilities in mega food parks, Director,Toyota Industries Engine India Pvt Ltd; and Maj Neil Castelino (Retd.), Director & State Head, CII Karnataka. the economy requires a balanced expenditure and few sources of non- boosting investment in food processing, Tapproach towards rural economy interest-bearing receipts which limits and setting up of infrastructure fund for onfederation of Indian Managing Directors, Chief Operations The conference has stressed on the and industry, given that 66 per cent of the Finance Minister in manoeuvring the agriculture and animal husbandry. Industry(CII) Karnataka has Officers, Chief Manufacturing Officers, needs of boosting the employment in the population is below 34 years of age and expenditure pattern by any significant To encourage employment, 10 tourist Cconducted the tenth edition Chief Administrative Officer, CFO’s, Vice manufacturing sector where both MSME’s unemployment is high amongst youth, margin. The key component of centres are being developed as iconic of Operational & People Excellence Presidents, General Managers / Senior and multinational companies will play a employment generation is an urgent expenditure are interest payments (18 per tourist stations. The customs duty all Conference 2018, in February at Hotel Managers, Chief Human Resource Officers significant role. priority. Therefore, the Finance Minister cent), defence and subsidies (9 per cent mobile phones has been raised as well Taj Vivanta, Bengaluru. The theme was etc have participated in the conference. The complete manufacturing ecosystem in the Union Budget, probably for the each), pensions (5 per cent), states share as on televisions to promote more jobs “Make in India by integrating Operational At the conference, it has been is undergoing a phenomenal shift with first time ever, has given industry, the of taxes, duties and transfers (32 per cent), within the country. On the financial Excellence through People Excellence”. highlighted that India’s manufacturing technological advancements happening modern temples of India, a pass in favour centrally sponsored schemes (9 per cent), sector, which provides liquidity to the The conference has been attended by sector has the potential to touch $1 trillion at a rapid pace. The need to understand of “Other” India, Bharat. and central sector schemes (10 per cent). working of the economy, bond market Mr. R V Deshpande, Minister for Large by 2025. It is likely that the sector will and adopt the advanced manufacturing The Union Budget 2018-19 is pragmatic After these committed expenditures, is being developed, establishing gold & Medium Industries & Infrastructure account for 25-30% of the country’s GDP techniques is the need of hour. as it shifts its stance from nurturing the the amount left for other expenditure exchanges in the country and revamping Development, Government of Karnataka, and will create up to 90 million domestic Industry 4.0’s primary appeal lies in industry, which for a long time had got which has some malleability is about 8 the gold monetization scheme. It is also Mr. Kamal Bali, Chairman, CII Karnataka jobs by 2025. For building a world-class its ability to act as an economic game- used to pampering because of ‘infant per cent of the total expenditure and proposed that refinancing policy and & President & Managing Director, Volvo organisation, the energized, empowered changer, which would open up myriad industry status’ to providing for the accordingly the Finance Minister has to eligibility criteria set by MUDRA will be Group, Mr. T R Parasuraman, Chief and committed employees should know opportunities for companies to revamp or voiceless (MSMEs), helpless (stressed devise fresh schemes basically from this evaluated for better financing of MSMEs Convener, CII Karnataka Operations & that they are part of the company’s create entirely new offerings and business farmers) and the noiseless (senior citizens). amount. The revenue collection is mainly through NBFCs. People Excellence & Deputy Managing success. models. The MSMEs are the future employment coming from the recently introduced The key uniqueness of the Budget is Director, Toyota Industries Engine India Manufacturing companies whether Mr. V. Narasimhan, Executive Director, engines for the country but have not Goods and Services Tax (23 per cent), the benefit extended to 11 crore senior Pvt Ltd, Mr. Vikram Kirloskar, Chairman, CII MNC’s or MSME’s should rediscover Brakes India, Mr. B C Rao, Managing been adequately represented in the Corporation Tax (19 per cent), Income citizens and affordable health coverage Southern Region & Vice Chairman, Toyota the power that comes from superior Director, Kennametal India Limited,Mr. policy making. The majority of farmers Tax (16 per cent), Union Excise Duty (8 for 10 crore poor and vulnerable families Kirloskar Motors Pvt Ltd etc. manufacturing. They should initiate Glenn Kant, Vice President Industry, Volvo and agriculturists are still rain dependent per cent), Customs (4 per cent), and non- or 50 crore people will provide financial This year’s conference has focussed on a variety of activities to improve their Group Truck Operations, Mr. Nagaraj and therefore helpless. Finally, 11 crore tax revenue (8 per cent). The amount of security to nearly half of population. In topics like continuous improvement to competitiveness. Ramesh, Head - Quality Assurance, senior citizens have never expressed the borrowings and other liabilities, having terms of life cycle hypothesis, citizen’s build a world-class team, Industry 4.0 In today’s turbulent competitive TaeguTec India Pvt Ltd, Mr. Sadashiva difficulties that they face in an economy implications for interest payments, save for their old age as well as health & its relevance in India’s GDP, People environment, a company needs a strategy Baligar, Vice President-Manufacturing, which is in fast-made transition. The account for 19 per cent of receipts while emergency. If the government is willing to Excellence as a driver for India’s growth, that specifies the kind of competitive Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts Pvt. Ltd.and budget therefore has focused on the non-debt capital receipts are 3 per cent. help adequately the citizens to meet the Industry Institute Engagement as advantage that it is seeking in its Mr. M. N Bhaskara Rao, Vice President underprivileged segment of the economy. With stubborn revenue collection, due requirements during their vulnerability, driver for India’s growth etc. 220 senior marketplace and articulates how that Manufacturing & Factory Manager, The budget is for the voiceless (MSMEs), to limited tax payers, scope of major, big- the probability of hoarding of cash and most Industry leaders including CEOs/ advantage is to be achieved. Kennametal India Ltd. have also spoken. helpless (majority of Indian farmers are bang initiatives, is obviously limited. unaccounted money will reduce over a still dependent on rain) and noiseless Despite the challenges, to boost period of time. (senior citizens) by the government that employment and development of the In continuation of the same argument, resorting to unaccounted imagine that further, if all Ricardian Equivalence would industry, financial sector, listens and accommodates views from the rural sector, where nearly 60 per cent it is necessary to consider whether similar money is education of education is also made free, suggest that provisions of including banking should public. Therefore, this budget is visionary of India resides, a number of schemes provision can be made for higher and children, health and medical as is the case in Germany, the social security would help in benefit from this economic and serve as a turning point for the young have been announced. These include technical education. After all, in India, expenditure, and old age urge to hold unaccounted raising demand, consumption, experiment being done in demographic India. encouraging farmer and village producer the major objectives of holding cash and security. It is not difficult to money will reduce. In fact, investment and growth. The India.
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CII Events
40 41 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA Bamboooz - In Harmony Public Charging New ‘104-Health’ Points for E-Vehicles Call Centre with Nature to Boost Bamboo Structures are not only aesthetically beautiful but also n a bid to promote the use of owners and there is a need of more Arogyavani structurally stronger and can last up to 100 years, which makes it e-vehicles in the city, Bangalore public charging points where users can a viable alternative to conventional steel and wooden structures, IElectric Supply Company get their vehicles charged easily. With ncouraged by the public acceptance of says Indrani Mukherjee, MD & Co-Founder, Bamboooz, Bangalore- (BESCOM) has opened its first public the decision, Bescom hopes to increase the first ‘104’ Tollfree Arogya Shaya Vani based Designers and Turn Key Solution Providers for various charging point. The Fast Charging the demand for electric vehicles, which EService in Hubballi, opened in 2013, the types of innovative Bamboo made structures. Indrani speaks with Station has been opened at Bescom’s could play a major role in reducing Karnataka Department of Health and Family Advantage Karnataka about the company and its initiatives. KR Circle office, the first such charging pollution in the city, as these stations Welfare has started expansion of the health facility in the city, and there will be will motivate people who are hesitant helpline project to other parts of the state. As material made from most renewable Bamboooz’s value added products are about switching to the eco-friendlier part of it the state’s second call centre has been resources such as bamboo to substitute available in our online store feelbambu. option. opened in Bengaluru at Sir CV Raman General the carbon intensive, high performance com, amazon.in, amazon.com etc Bescom has started discussion Hospital in February which will function round materials like tropical hardwood, steel, and offline market places like Spar with BBMP & Bangalore Metro Rail the clock to cater to the health-related needs PVC and concrete. All construction Hypermarkets. Soon the sales will be Corporation to identify spots for of people. The call centre in Hubballi, which activities consume huge energy, emitting expanded to all over India. opening new charging stations. Energy was opened to reach out to people in remote around 40kgs of CO, SO2, and Nitrous Minister D K Shivakumar has said areas without access to doctors or medical Oxides per ton of material used. Hence, it Could you shed more light on to more facilities opened soon. The that 11 more charging points will be facilities, has received over two crore calls since required an alternative solution and the Bamboo Mat Boards and its applications? decision is expected to give a boost opened within one month. More than its inception. same has been addressed by Bamboo Bamboooz, for the first time in India, to electric vehicles in the city, which 200 spots have been identified and The officials from the health department Construction. introduced Bamboo Mat Board as per already has around 6000 registered feasibility studies for around 70 are has said that the need for a second call centre IS 13958-1994 for Bus Body Building e-vehicles. completed. arose after the numbers of calls increased What are the latest products and replacing the conventional use of Bescom’s new initiative is in line A car owner will cost around Rs.75 for which resulted in increased call waiting time Indrani Mukherjee services offered by Bamboooz? Are there plywood. Bamboooz studied the qualities with the state government’s policy to a single charge which would allow him and thereby leading to a drop in the number Could you talk about the birth of any expansion plans? of this BMB completely made out of incentivise making and using electric to travel 120km. Charging stations will of calls. The Hubballi centre, which handled Bamboooz and the idea of promoting Bamboooz in 2016 started its journey of bamboo and came out with the idea vehicles in Karnataka. Lack of charging be opened at Vidhana Soudha, Vikasa 10,000 calls daily in the beginning, has quickly bamboo as a construction material? manufacturing value added products like of applying the same for vehicle-body facility in public places is one of the Soudha and other Bescom stations, gained popularity and daily handles twice the Bamboooz is a brand created by two Bamboo made chopping boards, Skewers building/flooring, replacing the use of main issues faced by electric vehicle including the one on MG Road. number of calls now. Civil Engineers with around 13 years sticks, Twister potato sticks, Straws, huge consumption of ply boards which of work experience in Conventional portable furniture & fixtures etc. Imported are made out of timber leading to the Construction – entering the Field of Bamboo products are low in terms of depletion of our forests. Green Construction with its registered quality and hence, the Indian consumers KSRTC in 2010-11 embodied the idea generated after a year & it showed that bigger and robust structures. We also green infrastructure issues including office at Bangalore. Bamboooz found are looking for alternative good quality and put to free trial of bamboo boards for the bus weight was reduced by almost look in to the environment where we improving designs in water and energy the tremendous opportunities for smart green products made in India. bus flooring. The performance report was 110kgs, which added to the increase in are building the structure which inspires related services. mileage. Tests proved that due to the with new innovative design. Bamboooz Bamboooz works with Bamboo which high MOR, the dimensional Stability of is having its in-house design team and grows very fast & absorbs huge amount the Vehicle increased adding to safety. highly skilled Artisans & also Bamboo of CO2. It is highly adaptable to most Bamboo boards are fire retardant too. processing machines for manufacturing climates and soil conditions. Bamboooz then got the approvals from its value-added products & construction. It helps to restore degraded and Association of State Road Transport damaged lands. It also acts as a natural Undertakings, New Delhi under Ministry Could you share your views about water control barrier, which helps reduce of Transport for all STUs as a New the sustainable & green infrastructure rain runoff and soil erosion material and an Excellent Alternative. development in India? What is the future Though Bamboooz can create huge roadmap for Bamboooz in this respect? carbon capture with its construction & Could you give an overview of Our present situation in terms of engineered products in India but a lot Bamboooz’s business operations in sustainable & green infrastructure in more acceptance is needed. India like getting raw materials, design, India is moderate. Many infrastructure Globally very few architects and manufacture, etc? projects are being completed using designers are exploring use of Engineered For our structural activity we source our environment-friendly version of basic raw Bamboo in their projects creating a green Bamboo from Northeast India. We mainly materials such as cement; and a growing & sustainable environment. In India, the work with structural bamboos which are number of infrastructure companies are good news is that recently announced best in the world in terms of strength consulting environmentalists. 2018 Union Budget has provision for and durability. The inner diameter of the Many companies have started investing progressive initiatives to promote holistic Bamboo is a characteristic identity for in research and development to address development of Bamboo sector.
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• Opening up of BEL’s test facilities for BEL Emphasises its Social use by Private entities. • Continuous addition of new indigenous vendors to BEL’s approved Commitment vendor base. • Implementation of online vendor registration and e-procurement Bharat Electronics Limited is one of the processes. pioneers of CSR among the DPSUs. The CSR • Preference to IDDM included in Procurement Policy of the company. initiatives undertaken for environment and BEL CMD MV Gowtama presenting the dividend cheque to the sustainable development encompass the • Make in India Display Cells have been Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. established at all Units of BEL. enhancement of green cover and providing • Collaborative R&D with niche renewable sources of energy. Cleaner Policy. The Company is focusing more on norms. BEL has gone one step ahead to technology companies / academia technology concepts are practiced in the core areas and R&D, and all non-core areas treat the waste water to meet reusable including Indian private sector and manufacturing process to prevent pollution. are being outsourced to Indian industries standards and is recycled for purposes of MSMEs. BEL spearheads the CSR programmes in including MSMEs. The procurement production again. the education sector through initiatives from MSMEs by BEL has increased to Several water conservation projects like Could you talk about the support 20% in the previous financial year. The automation process for demand-based provided by BEL for the promotion of like augmentation of infrastructure Company’s domestic vendor base has water supply, automation of borewell start-ups? facilities says M V Gowtama, Chairman and widened. The Company’s Test facilities are water drawing system, level controller BEL has relaxed the following eligibility Managing Director, BEL. also being provided to private vendors. for water tanks, efficient dish washing criteria for registration from Start- M V Gowtama Other initiatives include implementation system and the use of swill water with air ups in order to encourage the Start- of online vendor registration and agitation are implemented for conserving ups to participate in supplies for BEL BEL has been doing a lot of CSR activities for 3 months. gradation of infrastructure and providing e-procurement facilities. water. BEL has initiated step to achieve procurements: under your guidance. Could you talk BEL has funded a Welfare Project at the latest equipment to Govt District List of 358 items reserved for purchase Carbon Neutral Status through renewable • Prior Turnover about the latest initiatives in this regard? Spinal Cord Injury Centre at the Military hospitals. BEL has also constructed 448 from MSMEs are published on the BEL energy resource and energy conservation • Prior Experience Hospital of the Indian Army, Kirkee, in Toilets for girls & boys in 114 schools in website. 1,260 MSME vendors are in BEL’s measures. The Company has got 13.9 MW BEL has identified the following Bharat Electronics Limited is one of the Pune; for the Paraplegic and Tetraplegic 7 States under the Swachh Vidyalaya Approved Vendor Directory (AVD). Free wind power plant and Grid Interactive items which may be considered for pioneers of CSR among the DPSUs. Since personnel who are injured for life during Abhiyan. training is provided to MSME vendors on Roof Top solar PV power plant of 1030 procurement from Start-ups: inception, societal development has the discharge of duties. BEL has whole-heartedly participated in Problem Solving Techniques, Zero Defect, kwP. CO2 emission avoided due to this • Cables, Sleeves, Coils always been and will continue to be one The CSR Initiative undertaken Swachh Bharat Mission by adopting eight 5S, Lean, 6 Sigma, QMS, ISO 9001 / ISO initiative is about 30,167 MT. Total green • Electrical Switches, Transformers of the prime commitments of BEL to its for environment and sustainable villages in the vicinity of our Units in eight 14001, etc. For Collaborative R&D, BEL has energy generated during 2016-17 is • Generic Power Supply Units, Battery stakeholders. Being a technology driven development encompasses the States across India and contributing to empanelled 98 MSME partners. 243 Lakhs of units. With this, BEL meets Chargers, Generic Fasteners company, skilling youth is one of the enhancement of green cover and their holistic development. The villages 90% of its energy consumption through • Nuts & Bolts, Screws, Washers, Clamps, prime responsibilities shouldered by BEL. providing renewable sources of energy adopted are Maralagundla (Ramanagara BEL has established a systematic renewable sources. Also, it is planned for Springs, Bushes, etc The Skill India Initiative of the Government – wind & solar power at INS, Valsura, District) in Karnataka, Azhividaithangi in approach for conservation of natural LED replacement across all Units of BEL by • Protection Covers has BEL’s whole-hearted participation. BEL Jamnagar, Gujarat. Tamil Nadu, Chowdammagutta Thanda resources. Could you shed more light March 2018. • Antenna Cover, Switch Cover, etc has adopted seven Government Industrial BEL spearheads the CSR programmes in in Telangana, Reddy Naidu Agraharam in onto BEL’s Sustainable Development and BEL has nominated from Corporate Training Institutes in six States across India the education sector through initiatives Andhra Pradesh, Mohadar in Maharashtra, Green Policies? Could you talk about the major Office and from each of its Manufacturing and will hand-hold them in their journey like augmentation of infrastructure Mandhana in Haryana, Maharajpur BEL has been maintaining a clean and initiatives of BEL under the ‘Make in India’ Units, officers who are the nodal contact to become model ITIs by upgrading their facilities in educational institutions in the in Uttar Pradesh and Uday Rampur in green environment at all its nine Units, programme? persons for Start-ups Initiatives. BEL infrastructure, providing required tools, States of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh Uttarakhand. which are all ISO 14001 certified. Clean In line with the Government’s ‘Make provides its Test Facilities to Start-ups at state-of-the-art equipment & machinery. that include construction of classrooms, BEL is setting up a 10 MLD (million surroundings, green environment, clean in India’ policy, BEL has been taking a cost. BEL has signed a MoU with NSDC to provision of kitchen, hand washing litres per day) Sewage Treatment Plant to technology, stringent pollution control several initiatives to achieve self-reliance provide vocational skill development platforms, making available clean rejuvenate the Doddabommasandra Lake measures, waste water treatment, zero in Defence through strong thrust on Earlier BEL has been recognised by the training to 700 rural youth in Ananthapur drinking water, promoting sanitation at a cost of Rs. 13.5 crores. BEL has taken effluent discharge, rainwater harvesting, in-house R&D and indigenisation, Karnataka Government for its export and Krishna districts of Andhra Pradesh, through creation of sewage-drainage up this initiative — a first-of-its-kind — as energy conservation, water conservation, increased outsourcing from Indian private activities. Could you give us an overview where its new Units are coming up. BEL facilities, construction of Toilets with part of its CSR activities, in collaboration systematic management and disposal industries, Public Private partnerships, of BEL’s current exports? has provided Vocational Skill Training adequate water for school children, with the Karnataka Lake Conservation of hazardous and other forms of wastes Joint Ventures, capacity expansion and BEL has a dedicated International to 800 students from the Scheduled etc. The Govt. Schools chosen for these and Development Authority (KLCDA), and several other endeavours have modernization, etc. Some of the major Marketing Division for providing an Caste Community in the districts interventions are located in remote BBMP and the Revenue Department. become a part of the well-established initiatives towards Make in India and to increased thrust for harnessing the of Chamarajanagara and Gulbarga villages of Ballupet, Sompura, Devanahalli, Environmental Management System. develop a strong industry base in India export potential of defence electronics of Karnataka State for 3 months in Magadi, Kadeburu, Kandavara, Bagepalli, Could you talk about the various Cleaner technology concepts are include: - products and systems, which represent partnership with NSFDC and ECIL (Govt Mallimakanapura, Cheemasandra, Ronur, activities of BEL for the promotion of practiced in the manufacturing process to • Nomination of Nodal Officers across all its core area of business. of India Enterprises). BEL also provided Kumasi, Machilipatnam, etc. MSME sector? prevent pollution. Waste water generated BEL Units to promote ‘Make in India’. BEL has been exporting various Vocational Skill Training to 100 rural youth Promotion of health and preventive BEL has formulated a long-term during the manufacturing process are • Formulation of long-term outsourcing products and systems to friendly in the district of Amravati, Maharashtra, health care is undertaken through up- Outsourcing and Vendor Development treated to meet Pollution Control Board and vendor development policy. countries of India. Apart from this, BEL is
46 47 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA KSRTC Records Rs.10.29 Crores An Autobiography Profit in 2017-18 Sculpted in Steel Anantha Narayanan K Chitradurga and Shimogga Divisional it is closely related to his life. The exhibition has put on office have been inaugurated. The “The peculiarity of cactus is display many of his famous premier Fly bus has been introduced to that it can survive even in the sculptures like Valampiri Madikeri and Salem. most adverse life conditions. Shankha, Kannadi Bimbam In the last one year, 21 National It is strong and has a will to (Mirror Idol) with Prabhavali, and International Awards have been survive by overcoming all the Trajectory of Planets, Symbol bestowed upon KSRTC for its commuter- difficulties in life. Though it has of growth, and Cactus bloom friendly services. KSRTC is the only its thorns, cactus is harmless. are some of the highlights state-run corporation in India to win the The lifecycle of cactus has of the exhibition. It has International Road Transport Union Bus close resemblance to my life, showcased the pictures of Excellence Runner-up Award-2017. which has witnessed countless many of his outdoor sculptures The corporation has also undertaken ups and downs. I have gone in glass fibre reinforced several passenger-friendly initiatives too. through adverse situations in concrete, cement and stone Karnataka Transport Minister H M Revanna and KSRTC Managing Director It has introduced the supply of 500 ml my life and there were times including the ‘Monument S R Umashankar presenting Rupees 40 lakhs to Jayadeva Hospital as a part of the Corporate Social Responsibility of KSRTC to purchase Doppler Echo Cardiogram Machine. packaged drinking water in its premium when I had nothing in my to the Assassinated’, which services, Rs.4.30 per bottle compared to pocket to sustain a living. But is Nambiar’s critique of the fter suffering losses in the a boost to infrastructure, 15 new bus earlier cost of Rs.5.43 per bottle. FASTag I survived just like the cactus. “surreptitious assassination previous years, The Karnataka stations and 4 new bus depots have been has been installed in 8400 buses to All my creations are relted of Bali of Kishkinda” by Lord Balan Nambiar AState Road Transport Corporation constructed. Moreover, a training centre ensure hassle-free passage at toll gates. f “Art is an imitation of life”, to my life experiences,” said Rama in the Ramayana. (KSRTC), has made a comeback by at Malavalli and 3 new bus stations are Free Wi-Fi facilities will be installed in then artist is the one who works, has shown the world Nambiar. recording a profit of Rs.10.29 Crores in the under construction. For the first time in 8800 buses and it is already available in Iviews life from unseen how one’s life contributes to FY 2017-18. It is an achievement for KSRTC the history of KSRTC, the highest revenue 1600 buses. angles to absorb its entirety his artistic genius. Recently, which has incurred a loss of Rs.138 Crores of Rs.13.67Crores has been collected on 45 Bus Mitra vehicles have been and transform it into a piece of Nambiar has organised an in the previous year. The corporation has 23 October 2017. introduced to rush to the accident spot art. Balan Nambiar is one such exhibition, ‘Sculpting in Time’, made the profit despite the hike in fuel In order to strengthen the workforce, during emergencies. For ensuring the artist who has sculpted his as a retrospective of his life’s prices and employees’ wages. the recruitment of 72 Class 2 officers is safety of commuters, around 184 CCTV own life out of the six decades work which was curated by Apart from this, KSRTC has implemented under final stage. 80 supervisors have have been installed in six depots, bus of his artistic research and arts critic and editor Sadanand several other developmental activities last been recruited through on-line exam, stations and regional workshop under experience. Nambiar is one of Menon. year. Around 415 new schedules and 1621 process started to recruit 833 Driver-Cum- Bengaluru Central Division, at a cost of India’s leading contemporary The month-long exhibition new buses have been inducted. Giving Conductor posts. Rs.1.39 Cr. artists and perhaps, the at National Gallery of Modern pioneer in stainless steel Art, Bangalore has showcased sculpting. Being a painter, Nambiar’s metal installations sculptor, photographer and and multi-genre works academic researcher, Nambiar which included more than 50 is a multifaceted artist who, sculptures in stainless steel, through his collection of enamel paintings, drawings, photographs of Bhuta and Theyyam etc. The exhibition is Nambiar’s first solo exhibition in Bangalore in the last 10 years. He is the only artist in India who has held a solo- exhibition of stainless steel sculptures. Nambiar’s art works are a blend of his BEL CMD MV Gowtama presenting award to the vendors creativity, use of modern materials and technologies, interacting with Election Commissions of BEL is interacting with Ministry of External the coming months. These countries are expertise in Mathematics, and various democratic countries to market Affairs on a regular basis for supply of strategically located in South Asia, South structural engineering. Electronic Voting Machines. Having the system to other friendly countries East Asia and Middle East with a focussed Referring to the sculpture established a Coastal Surveillance Radar of India. BEL is starting new overseas approach towards enhancement of of a cactus made in stainless System for few neighbouring countries, marketing offices in four countries in export. Kannadi Bimbam steel, Nambiar has said that 48 49 ADVANTAGE KARNATAKA Bangalore Film Festival Comes to a Close
Karnataka Governor Vajubhai Vala presenting the awards . Chief Minister Siddaramaiah ,Minister K J George, Mayor R Sampath Raj also seen. urtains are finally down on Ko Yad and Kannada film Munsif have their presence everyday watching an the week-long cinematic won the prizes respectively. The awards average of three to four films. This Cextravaganza as the sixth edition have been given by the Governor at year’s festival has witnessed the active of the Bengaluru International Film the concluding ceremony held at Fun participation of film personalities form Festival (BIFFes) has come to a close. Cinema. Marathi film Astu and Kannada several countries. They include Hof The biggest film gala of Karnataka has films Tallana and Edegarike also have won International Film Festival director Heinz brought some of the best films from awards. Ms. Fonseka, Serbian director Badewitz, actor and politician Malini around the globe. Goran Paskaljevic and Kannada film star Fonseka of Sri Lanka, Iranian film-maker About 160 films representing 52 Darshan have been special guests at the Pouran Darakhshandeh, Finnish film- countries have been screened in the valedictory function. Two awards have maker Taru Makela, German film-maker seven screens spread across the city been given to the best reviews written by Pola Beck, Juris Poscus of Latvia, Indian and the latest edition has witnessed an members of the audience in English and film-makers including Koushik Ganguly, energetic response from the movie buffs Kannada. Nagraj Manjule, K.R. Manoj, Praveen from all over South India. All the 230 The festival, which has begun on Feb 22, Morchchle, and critics such as Uma screenings have seen serpentine queues was declared open by Bollywood actress DaCunha, Fulbright scholar Karen Folger of delegates who virtually fought each Kareena Kapoor Khan in the inaugural Jacobs and Aruna Vasudev. other on many occasions to secure a spot ceremony marked by glitter and glamour Around 750 students from various inside the theatre. The festival has been on the steps of the Vidhana Soudha. colleges and film clubs have attended organised by the Karnataka Chalanachitra Addressing the huge crowd, Kareena has the festival. Special lectures on digital (Film) Academy. said that cinema is the coming together of cinematography and sound technologies, In the competition section under the people, which has no language, religion and marketing of films by professionals Asian, Indian and Kannada categories, and regional boundaries. have attracted huge crowds. Israeli film Epilogue, Mishing dialect film More than 4000 people have marked The last film that has been screened at both Lido and Fun screens, the main venues of BIFFes, was Australian filmmaker Kim Mordaunt’s The Rocket, a spirited drama that depicts the story of 10-year old Ahlo who yearns to break free from his ill-fated destiny. The festival has paid homage to greats who passed away in the last one year, including veteran actor Shashi Kapoor.
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