Bengaluru, Feb. 17 -- The Karnataka Small Scale Industries Association (KASSIA) has submitted its Pre-Budget Memorandum for 2026-27 to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, outlining a series of proposals aimed at strengthening the state's MSME ecosystem.

Funding Support for Centre of Excellence

KASSIA has sought a special grant of Rs 7 crore to complete the Centre of Excellence (CoE) and Innovation at Dabaspet. The project, which earlier received Rs 5 crore during Siddaramaiah's previous tenure, faced delays due to the pandemic and rising costs.

Of the revised Rs 34 crore project cost, around Rs 20 crore has already been spent. The association said additional funds are required to complete essential infrastructure and utilities.

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