Startup Originals Team
The Karnataka government will open bids next week (December 15, 2025) for a major new IT Park project in Mangaluru, a strategic move aimed at expanding technology infrastructure beyond Bengaluru and encouraging investment in coastal Karnataka’s startup and IT ecosystem.
About the Mangaluru IT Park Project:
- The IT Park in Mangaluru is planned under the state’s “Beyond Bengaluru” strategy to decentralise tech growth and attract investment into emerging regional hubs.
- The project involves the development of a commercial technology park on approximately 3.25 acres of land, with an estimated project cost of around ₹135 crore.
- The park will be developed on a public-private partnership (PPP) basis, allowing private developers to design, build, finance, operate and transfer the facility, often referred to as a DBFOT model.
- The government is expected to lease the land for 30 years to the selected developer, providing a long-term foundation for growth.
Strategic Goals & Broader Vision:
- Boosting regional IT growth: The Mangaluru IT Park aims to provide modern office spaces and technology infrastructure to attract IT companies, startups, and knowledge-based businesses outside traditional tech hubs like Bangalore and Mysuru.
- Economic development: The project is expected to stimulate job creation, draw IT investment, and support ancillary sectors such as commercial real estate, retail and hospitality in Mangaluru.
- Supporting the talent pool: With Karnataka’s strong software and IT industry, the new park will provide opportunities for local graduates and professionals by fostering a broader employment base in the coastal city.
Government Comments & Implementation Timeline:
- The IT/BT Department and state officials have confirmed that the bidding process will begin on December 15, inviting developers interested in constructing and managing the park.
- This initiative complements earlier decisions by the state Cabinet to greenlight the Mangaluru tech park and supports Karnataka’s long-standing goal of positioning the city as a technology and innovation corridor on the west coast.
Potential Impact on Mangaluru and Karnataka:
- Investment inflows: By inviting bids from the private sector, Karnataka hopes to draw additional investment in the tech and IT sectors, potentially attracting national and international firms.
- Job creation: Construction and operation of the park are expected to generate direct and indirect employment opportunities, increasing demand for skilled professionals in the region.
- Startup ecosystem boost: The IT Park could also support innovation by providing space and infrastructure for startups, incubators and innovation centres, further strengthening Karnataka’s tech ecosystem.
Conclusion: A New Chapter for Mangaluru’s Tech Growth
The opening of bids for the Mangaluru IT Park marks a key milestone in Karnataka’s push to broaden its technological footprint beyond established hubs. By inviting private players to participate in this ₹135 crore project, the state government is signalling strong confidence in regional tech growth, job creation and economic diversification, reinforcing Mangaluru’s emergence as an important destination for IT and innovation.
