Mysuru industry seeks easier business processes, better connectivity
Government officials, industry leaders discuss MSME support, logistics, industrial infrastructure and air connectivity at CII Conclave on Ease of Doing Business
Dignitaries at the Confederation of Indian Industry Mysuru Zone’s Ease of Doing Business Conclave 2026 in Mysuru on Thursday.
Strengthening Mysuru’s industrial competitiveness through improved ease of doing business, better logistics and enhanced air connectivity was the focus of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Mysuru Zone’s Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) Conclave 2026 held in Mysuru on Thursday.
The conclave, themed ‘Ease of Doing Business: Building Mysuru’s Industrial Advantage’, brought together government officials, industry leaders and representatives of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to discuss investment facilitation, infrastructure and connectivity in the region.
Inaugurating the conclave, Additional Deputy Commissioner R. Aishwarya said Mysuru offered a combination of skilled talent, strong infrastructure and quality of life that made it an attractive destination for industry.
The district administration was committed to supporting industries, and platforms such as the conclave would help strengthen coordination between the government and industry to make Mysuru a preferred destination for investment, she said.
CII Mysuru chairman Utsav Agarwal said the initiative aimed to work with the government to make business processes faster and simpler, particularly for MSMEs.
Sam Cherian, vice-chairman of the CII Karnataka State Council, reiterated CII’s commitment to partnering with the State government to strengthen Karnataka’s industrial ecosystem, with particular focus on Mysuru.
During the business sessions, District Industries Centre Joint Director T. Dinesh outlined State government schemes and facilitation support available to MSMEs.
M.P. Vijay Kumar, General Manager of CONCOR Multi-Modal Logistics Park, Mysuru, explained the logistics services available in the region, while KIADB Development Officer Madesh H.K. addressed queries relating to industrial land and infrastructure.
Air connectivity also figured in the discussions, with Airports Authority of India representative Abhishek Joshi presenting developments relating to Mysuru Airport. Airport Director P.V. Ushakumari subsequently participated in the discussion on the subject.
More than 45 industry organisations attended the conclave.
CII Mysuru EoDB Taskforce Convenor Rajat Agarwal and CII Mysuru Vice-Chairperson Savitha Mallappa were also present.
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