Industries

- **Information Technology (IT) & Software:** The backbone of the modern economy; home to massive tech parks (e.g., Electronics City, Manyata Tech Park) hosting both global MNCs and domestic giants. - **Aerospace & Defense:** Headquarters to Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), and National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL). - **Biotechnology:** Often called the Biotech Capital of India, anchored by Biocon and numerous research institutes. - **Startups & E-commerce:** A massive ecosystem of venture capital and incubators supporting fintech, ed-tech, food-tech, and consumer software. - **Manufacturing:** Historically strong in machine tools, electronics, auto components, and garments/textiles. - **Healthcare & Medical Tourism:** Boasts world-class hospitals (Narayana Health, Manipal Hospitals) drawing patients globally.