Congress hails the Budget as one fostering development of coastal region

Manjunath Bhandari, MLC, on Friday, said the State Budget 2026-27 will provide fresh impetus to the coastal economy and education sector, while describing the Budget as a visionary development charter.

Manjunath Bhandari, MLC, on Friday, said the State Budget 2026-27 will provide fresh impetus to the coastal economy and education sector, while describing the Budget as a visionary development charter.

In a statement, Mr. Bhandary said, “Fishing is a major source of income for the district and the move to establish a state-of-the-art ‘Center of Excellence’ here is welcome. This will provide modern technology to fishermen. The announcement of modern transport facilities like sea plane and heli-taxi to boost coastal tourism will help in recognising Mangalore as a tourist destination on a global scale.”

The decision to establish new police stations in strategic areas of Mani and Sajipanadu will help maintaining law and order. He said, “Mani and Sajipanadu areas of Bantwal taluk are geographically and administratively important centres. It was a long-standing demand to start new police stations here.”

Proposals to establish skill development centers in Mangaluru and prioritising artificial intelligence (AI)-based training will lay the foundation for a bright future for the youth, he said.

Mr. Bhandary further said, “The government has demonstrated its commitment to all-round development of Dakshina Kannada by presenting a balanced budget. This will have a positive impact on the district’s industry, education and tourism.”

Dakshina Kannada District Congress Committee President K. Harish Kumar | Photo Credit: H.S. MANJUNATH