Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar raises pitch to rename Ramanagara district as Bengaluru South

A proposal to rename Ramanagara district as 'Bengaluru South' gained momentum. The moment was led by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar. The delegation met Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, advocating for the change citing Bengaluru's international reputation. The proposal includes keeping Ramanagara town as the district headquarters and aims to enhance development and industries in the area. Discussions are ongoing on the potential second airport location in Ramanagara or Tumakuru by 2032.