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MLA appeals to Centre to transfer unused defence land to proposed IT park in Belagavi

Belagavi MLA Abhay Patil has urged the Union government to transfer unused defence land for an IT park in the district. Patil met with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, urging him to transfer the land in Belagavi to Karnataka for an IT and Semiconductor Park. If the land cannot be transferred, Patil suggested constructing a Defence Manufacturing Unit to generate employment for Belagavi's youth. The minister promised to consider the proposals.

Patil also met with Roads and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari to seek approval for the Yellur Cable Car Project, emphasizing its potential to boost tourism. Gadkari responded positively, according to a release.

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