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**Karnataka Secures Major Japanese Investments in Solar and Manufacturing**

**Bengaluru, India – September 12, 2025 -** Karnataka is poised to become a major hub for solar cell manufacturing and advanced manufacturing, thanks to significant investments from Japanese corporations. Minister for Large and Medium Industries and Infrastructure Development, M.B. Patil, announced on Friday that Hosoda Holdings will establish a solar cell manufacturing unit in the state at an estimated cost of ₹882 crore (approximately $106 million USD).

The project, a collaboration with Tong Thar Energy Solutions (TTES), represents a substantial increase from the initial investment planned at the Global Investors Meet in February. The expanded project is expected to create 500 jobs and aligns with the Karnataka government’s focus on boosting solar power generation.

During meetings in Japan, Minister Patil and a delegation including Principal Secretary, Industries Department S. Selvakumar, and Industries Commissioner Gunjan Krishna, also secured assurances from Japanese sports equipment manufacturer Inabata that they will establish a unit in Karnataka by 2027. The Karnataka government has pledged swift land acquisition and approvals to facilitate the project. Furthermore, Tetsujikawa, a Japanese company specializing in engraving and die-cutting technology, announced plans to expand its existing manufacturing operations within the state.

These investments underscore the growing economic partnership between Karnataka and Japan, solidifying Karnataka’s position as a key destination for foreign investment in India. The Minister and delegation were visiting to attract fresh investments and strengthen partnerships with Japanese corporations.

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