¨     First-of-its-Kind Women-Led Industrial Park inaugurated in Karnataka.

¨     On 4 February, a first-of-its-kind women-led industrial park initiative was inaugurated at Gowribidanur in Karnataka, marking a significant milestone in women-centric industrial development.
¨     The project was formally launched by FICCI FLO (FICCI Ladies Organisation) Bangalore, the women’s wing of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).
¨     The FLO Bangalore Industrial Park was inaugurated in the presence of senior leaders from FLO, the Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board (KIADB), and Karnataka Udyog Mitra (KUM).
¨     The industrial park has been planned as a 50-acre exclusive zone for FLO Bengaluru members.
¨     It aims to reduce long-standing entry barriers that have historically restricted women, especially first-generation entrepreneurs, from entering manufacturing and large-scale enterprises.
¨     It was stated that the park represents a shift not only in infrastructure but also in mindset regarding women-led industries.
¨     Gowribidanur was selected for its balanced connectivity, available infrastructure and long-term growth potential.
¨     The project is expected to promote decentralised industrial growth by generating local employment beyond metropolitan centres.
¨     The park has been designed as a complete ecosystem with single-window approvals, financial access and business guidance.
Shared facilities such as skill centres, creche facilities and R&D support are planned to address the practical needs of women entrepreneurs.