Union Budget 2026 push for organised urban growth: Why Karnataka must look for a share in the CER pie
The Union Budget's City Economic Regions (CERs) scheme offers Karnataka's tier-2 and tier-3 cities a chance to grow beyond Bengaluru's dominance. With Rs 5,000 crore per CER over five years, cities like Mysuru and Mangaluru can develop jobs and infrastructure. Success hinges on Karnataka's ability to coordinate regional plans and implement governance reforms.
