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Karnataka Industries Minister Patil says Honda will stay, dismisses Kumaraswamy's claim
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 02:17 AM
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Industries Minister K. Patil refuted Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy’s allegation that Honda plans to shift its operations out of Karnataka, stating the claim has no basis.
Karnataka’s Industries Minister K. Patil publicly rejected the assertion made by Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy that automobile giant Honda intends to relocate its facilities from the state. Patil described the allegation as baseless and emphasized that Honda continues to operate in Karnataka without any plan to move.
The minister’s comments came after Kumaraswamy raised concerns about potential job losses and investment shifts, suggesting that Honda’s departure could impact the local economy. Patil countered that there is no evidence supporting such a move and that the company remains committed to its existing operations.
Patil’s statement seeks to reassure investors and workers that the state’s industrial environment remains stable, while also challenging the political narrative surrounding the issue. No further details on Honda’s future plans were disclosed.
The minister’s comments came after Kumaraswamy raised concerns about potential job losses and investment shifts, suggesting that Honda’s departure could impact the local economy. Patil countered that there is no evidence supporting such a move and that the company remains committed to its existing operations.
Patil’s statement seeks to reassure investors and workers that the state’s industrial environment remains stable, while also challenging the political narrative surrounding the issue. No further details on Honda’s future plans were disclosed.