Bengaluru's Future: Shivakumar's Post-Davos Vision for Tunnels, Ring Roads & Tier-2 Cities

• Deputy CM D K Shivakumar returned from Davos with a vision to enhance Bengaluru's global standing and expand development to tier-2 and tier-3 cities.
• A 25-year mobility plan will be drawn for every town and city in Karnataka, focusing on ring roads and grid plans to connect and attract new businesses.
• Underground tunnels are a key part of the infrastructure plan, with Shivakumar keen to learn from Maharashtra's tunnel-building experience and European models.
• Investors at Davos emphasized the need for 'speed of doing business' and solutions for urbanization, parking, and long-term planning in Karnataka.
• Karnataka aims to showcase its strengths in clean energy, AI, medical sector, and talent, with companies and governments expected to visit the state.

Why It Matters: Shivakumar outlines a post-Davos plan for Karnataka's growth, focusing on Bengaluru's infrastructure and tier-2 city development.