Bengaluru, March 12 -- Karnataka has transitioned from being the 'State of Coffee' to the 'State of Technology,' emerging as India's premier hub for innovation and high-tech industries. With its progressive policies, strong infrastructure, and skilled workforce, the state continues to be a major contributor to India's GDP, exports, and employment. Reinforcing this transformation, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Karnataka hosted its Annual State Meeting 2024-25 under the theme "Karnataka: Leading Technology & Knowledge Growth." Karnataka, home to over 900,000 MSMEs, plays a crucial role in economic diversification and job creation. CII Southern Region Immediate Past Chairman and Volvo Group India MD Kamal Bali said, "As 98% of M...