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Airports in Tier-II cities are not financially viable after end of UDAN scheme: Karnataka Minister M.B. Patil

Airports in Tier-II cities are not financially viable after end of UDAN scheme: Karnataka Minister M.B. Patil

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A view of the Bidar Airport. | Photo Credit: The Hindu Airports in Tier-II cities and district headquarters have proved to be not financially viable after the end of the UDAN scheme, Industry and Infrastructure Development Minister M. B. Patil said in the Legislative Assembly on Friday. Replying to a question by BJP member G. Janardhana Reddy, Mr. Patil said airports in Tier-II cities such as Kalaburagi, Bidar and Shivamogga are not financially sustainable after the completion of the three-year incentive period under the scheme, which provides concessional airfares to passengers. Across country Noting that several airports located in district and divisional headquarters across the country are facing similar financial challenges, he said the airport at Bidar is currently operating with financial support from the Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Board (KKRDB). There has also been a demand to resume operations at the Kalaburagi airport with similar support from the Board, he added. To improve the viability of district airports, Mr. Patil said he had proposed to the Union Civil Aviation Minister that the UDAN scheme …

Minister M.B. Patil pushes for faster Bengaluru–Vijayapura train travel

Minister M.B. Patil pushes for faster Bengaluru–Vijayapura train travel

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Karnataka Infrastructure Development Minister M.B. Patil on Wednesday directed officials to reduce the travel time between Bengaluru and Vijayapura from the current 14–15 hours to around 10 hours. Chairing a high-level review meeting with South Western Railway officials, Mr. Patil proposed routing changes and infrastructure upgrades to accelerate train services across the state. To cut down delays, Mr. Patil suggested diverting trains at Hubballi South to bypass the main Hubballi station and avoid engine changes at Gadag. He also proposed using the Gadag bypass to further save travel time. Railway officials responded positively and promised to escalate the suggestions. The Minister reviewed multiple railway projects, including the Gadag–Vijayapura double-tracking, which could pave the way for Vande Bharat Express once electrification and track upgrades near Bagalkote are completed. According to an official release, he also addressed concerns over the Dharwad–Kittur–Belagavi line, announcing a public meeting in Mammigatti to resolve land acquisition issues. Published – April 17, 2025 01:24 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All …

Minister M.B. Patil pushes for faster Bengaluru–Vijayapura train travel

Two sites shortlisted for Bengaluru’s second airport: Minister M.B. Patil

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Two sites have been shortlisted for Bengaluru’s proposed second airport and it will be sent to the Airport Authority of India before February 17, Industries Minister M.B. Patil said on Saturday. The Minister said that the selection will be based on merit and and will not be a political decision. There are indications that the State government is considering Nelamangala and Kanakapura Road as possible sites for the second airport. “We have shortlisted two sites and had one round of briefing with Chief Minister. We will have another round of briefing,” said the Minister. Published – February 09, 2025 05:21 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Karnataka sees 18.2% increase in the number of start-ups: M.B. Patil

Karnataka sees 18.2% increase in the number of start-ups: M.B. Patil

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M.B. Patil, Minister for Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development | Photo Credit: MURALI KUMAR K Karnataka has witnessed an 18.2% increase in the number of start-ups, rising from 2,568 in 2022 to 3,036 in 2023. This growth has propelled Karnataka to the forefront, now housing 8.7% of India’s total start-ups, the highest percentage for any State, said M.B. Patil, Minister for Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development. In a post on X, he said, ‘’This growth further solidifies Karnataka’s role as a national leader, now accounting for 8.7% of India’s total start-ups — the highest of any State.” Karnataka’s supportive ecosystem, he wrote, was driven by policy innovation and strategic initiatives. The State also was a preferred launchpad for new ventures, fostering a thriving start-up landscape and reinforcing its reputation as a hub of innovation and opportunity, he said. ‘‘This enduring focus has helped Karnataka attract top talent and significant investments, bolstering its reputation as a hub of innovation and economic opportunity,” he claimed. Published – November 15, 2024 12:10 am IST …

BJP is trying to convert Vijayapura into a Hindutva laboratory, says Minister M.B. Patil

BJP is trying to convert Vijayapura into a Hindutva laboratory, says Minister M.B. Patil

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Minister M.B. Patil addressing reporters in Vijayapura on Friday. | Photo Credit: Rajendra Singh Hajeri “The BJP is trying to convert Vijayapura district into a Hindutva laboratory and divide people on the basis of religion. But its plans will not succeed as it is a land of communal harmony,” Minister M.B. Patil said in Vijayapura on Friday. “The BJP is using the waqf issue to create rifts between communities and spread hatred. It will not succeed, as the people can see through the conspiracy,” he told reporters. “The BJP is trying to portray Congress as an anti-Hindu party by saying that we are supporting Waqf Board in reclaiming its land. This is not true because the Waqf Board is a statutory body that regularly issues notices to remove encroachments from its land. During its tenure, the BJP has taken several pro-Waqf Board steps, including issuing notices and mutation of Record of Rights, Tenancy and Crops (RTCs),” he said. Releasing a list of documents to support his claim, he said that the Congress will also release …

Errors in 1974 gazette notification rectified, only 11 acres is waqf property: M.B. Patil

Errors in 1974 gazette notification rectified, only 11 acres is waqf property: M.B. Patil

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M.B. Patil | Photo Credit: File photo Industries Minister M.B. Patil, who is also the Vijayapura district in-charge Minister, on Saturday clarified that 1,200 acres of land at Honavada in Tikota taluk of Vijayapura district, being designated as waqf property is due to an error in the gazette. Addressing a press conference, Mr. Patil said only 11 acres out of the 1,200 acres was waqf property. It included a burial ground covering 10 acres and 14 guntas, with an idgah, masjid, and other structures on the remaining 24 guntas. “All other land belongs to farmers, as confirmed by the local tahsildar and the Deputy Commissioner,” he said. Mr. Patil explained that gazette notifications on waqf properties in Vijayapura district were issued in 1974, 1978, and 2016. The waqf property does exist in Mahalbagayata of Vijayapura. However, the name Honavada was mistakenly added in brackets after Mahalbagayata in the gazette. “When farmers brought this to my attention, I held a meeting on October 19 with the Deputy Commissioner, tahsildar, and other officials and directed them to …

BJP trains its guns on M.B. Patil; Minister denies charges

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Leader of Opposition in the Council Chalavadi Narayanaswamy addressing a press conference in Bengaluru on Monday. | Photo Credit: special arrangement After Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge, the BJP appears to have trained its guns on Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B. Patil. Leader of Opposition in the Council Chalavadi Narayanaswamy on Monday accused Mr. Patil of getting multiple sites from the government under different names and reciprocating the favours to business houses through allotment of sites. Addressing a press conference in Bengaluru on Monday, Mr. Narayanaswamy pointed out that Mr. Patil had mentioned in his affidavit for the Assembly elections about him getting a loan of ₹4 crore from Bagmane Developers. He accused the Minister of reciprocating the fayour by helping those associated with the firm through the allotment of CA sites. He alleged that Vaigai Investments Pvt. Ltd. had been allotted a CA site later. Both Bagmane Developers and Vaigai Investments Pvt. Ltd. had a common director, he claimed, and termed this reciprocating the favour.  Taking serious exception to …