Mangaluru: Ocean of Opportunities
Where tradition meets innovation in India's fastest growing coastal hub
Major Port City
Handling 42.5 MMT cargo annually (2024).
Education Hub
15+ Engineering Colleges with 85% placement rate.
Tourism Gem
2.8 million visitors in 2024 (35% international).
Startup Friendly
125+ startups with ₹320Cr funding since 2020.
Airport Transport
Seamless transfers to and from Mangalore International Airport.
Bus Services
Reliable public and private bus networks across the region.
Why Businesses Thrive Here
Strategic Location
Connectivity to Middle East, Africa and Southeast Asia through New Mangalore Port
Skilled Workforce
12,500+ engineering graduates annually with multilingual capabilities
Cost Advantage
Operational costs 35% lower than Bengaluru with better quality of life
World-Class Infrastructure
International Airport
Direct flights to 8 international destinations handling 3.2 million passengers annually
SEZ & Industrial Areas
1,200 acres of developed land available with plug-and-play facilities
Healthcare Hub
12 multi-specialty hospitals including 3 JCI accredited facilities
New Mangalore Port
All-weather deep-water port handling 42.5 million tonnes of cargo annually
Premium Education
Home to NITK, MAHE, and 8 other premier educational institutions
Retail & Entertainment
5 major shopping malls and multiplexes with international brands
Excellent Connectivity
NH66 and NH75 connect to Bangalore, Mumbai, and other major cities
Current Investment Opportunities
Food Processing
- 500 acres available in Agri-SEZ
- 30% subsidy on capital investment
- Proximity to major fishing harbors
IT & Technology
- 1.2 million sq.ft ready office space
- 24/7 power backup guarantee
- Dedicated fiber optic network
Tourism & Hospitality
- 15 beachfront properties available
- 5-year tax holiday
- Medical tourism potential
UNITED MANGALURU
Towards Unity: Overcoming the Communal Riots
📜 Recent Incidents
- 2025: Suhas Shetty Murder
- Trigger: Political rally clash
- 2023: Shivamogga Riot
- Trigger: Communal dispute
Featured
Violence in Mangalore Raises Alarms
Again
🗞️ Recommended Solutions
- Alternative to Bandhs
Instead of shutdowns,donate a day's profits to victim's family - Interfaith Dialogues
Building understanding between communities - Social Repair
Joint cultural programs between religious schools
Is Social Unrest the Answer?
Can destruction and division ever lead to progress?
Or is unity and peace the true path forward?
Economic Impact Analysis
How communal unrest has cost Mangaluru ₹840+ Crore in lost opportunities since 2015
Why Investors Hesitate
during riots or due to political instability
Annual Business Losses
Documented Cases
Retail Sector
Average 18 shutdown days/year
₹280Cr
Cumulative losses (2015-2025)IT Sector
3 major projects withdrawn
₹420Cr
Potential investments lostTourism
40% drop in 5-star occupancy
₹140Cr
Annual revenue decline
Panambur Beach – The city’s most popular beach, known for golden sands, water sports, camel & horse rides, dolphin-watching, and evening food stalls.
Tannirbhavi Beach – Quieter and scenic, accessible by ferry from Sultan Battery, currently in development for Blue Flag certification.
Someshwar Beach – Rocky beach with Rudra Shsila and an adjacent temple—beautiful at sunset.
Ullal Beach – A tranquil coastal retreat ~12 km south, flanked by coconut groves and historic forts.
Mangaladevi Temple – 9th-century temple dedicated to Goddess Mangaladevi, the namesake of the city.
Kudroli Gokarnath Temple – Ornate Shiva temple built by Narayana Guru; especially vibrant during Navaratri and evening fountain shows.
Kadri Manjunath Temple – 10th–11th century temple set in a hill park with natural springs and annual buffalo racing.
Kateel Durgaparameshwari Temple – Situated on an island on the Nandini River (~26 km away), a major pilgrimage spot.
Kadri Park – The city’s largest park, featuring a musical fountain, children's train, flower shows, and walking paths.
Pilikula Nisargadhama – A 370-acre eco-park with a zoo, botanical gardens, heritage village, planetarium & lake boating.
Sammilan Shetty Butterfly Park – A small conservatory home to over a hundred butterfly species.
Karkala – Famous for the 42-ft Gomateshwara statue and Jain temples.
Mudabidri – Home to the thousand-pillared Saavira Kambada Basadi.
Waterfalls & Treks – Hanuman Gundi, Kuruvadweep, Kudlu Theertha etc. in the Western Ghats.
St. Aloysius Chapel – Known for breathtaking frescoes by Italian artists, reminiscent of the Sistine style.
Our Lady of Rosary Cathedral (Rosario Cathedral) – Karnataka’s oldest cathedral (founded 1568) in Baroque style.
Milagres Church – 17th-century colonial church with stained-glass windows and historical artifacts.
Sultan Battery – Tipu Sultan’s 18th-century watchtower overlooking the Arabian Sea and Gurupura River.
