Centre to Draft Integrated Master Plan for Development of Coastal Karnataka

New Delhi said the central government will formulate an integrated master plan aimed at accelerating socio‑economic development in Karnataka's coastal belt. The blueprint will cover infrastructure upgrades, tourism promotion, fisheries enhancement and measures to mitigate coastal erosion and climate risks. Several ministries, including Rural Development, Shipping and Water Resources, will coordinate with the Karnataka state administration and local bodies to draft the plan. Officials indicated that the draft will be ready within the coming months and will be presented to the state government for implementation. The initiative seeks to attract private investment and improve livelihoods in the region while preserving its ecological balance.