Karnataka Approves Marine Biotechnology Policy to Boost Udupi
On November 1, 2026, Udupi district in-charge Minister Rizwan Arshad announced the Karnataka government's approval of the Marine Biotechnology Policy to harness the state's marine wealth. The policy includes establishing the Karnataka Institute of Marine Technology and Blue Economy at Mangaluru's Government Fisheries College, increasing seats from 60 to 200. Plans also include developing a ₹48 crore resort and amusement parks at Trasi and Maravanthe beaches to boost tourism.
The Hindu··Udupi




