Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Karnataka to establish the “TKM Bizintel Hub” at KWIN City in Bengaluru, marking a significant step toward strengthening India’s position in advanced mobility, digital transformation and intelligent manufacturing. The MoU was signed in the presence of Shri Siddaramaiah, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Karnataka, Dr MB Patil, Hon’ble Minister for Large and Medium Industries, Government of Karnataka, along with senior government officials and representatives from Toyota Kirloskar Motor.
Planned across 300 acres, the proposed TKM Bizintel Hub will focus on enhancing competitiveness across the automotive value chain through advanced testing and evaluation of mobility solutions, intelligent manufacturing systems and digital integration across business operations. The initiative is expected to leverage India’s strong engineering talent and technology ecosystem, while strengthening Toyota’s long-term strategic presence in the country.
The facility will be developed at KWIN (Knowledge, Wellbeing and Innovation) City, located along the Doddaballapur–Dabaspet Highway. The integrated smart city project, being developed by the Government of Karnataka, is designed to promote innovation-led industries, healthcare and information technology.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Siddaramaiah said the partnership reflects Karnataka’s continued focus on attracting technology-driven investments and creating employment opportunities. He noted that Toyota Kirloskar Motor has played an important role in the state’s industrial growth and that the new initiative would further reinforce Karnataka’s reputation as a preferred global investment destination.
Dr MB Patil highlighted the importance of collaborations that promote future-ready manufacturing and innovation, adding that Karnataka remains committed to supporting industries that contribute to sustainable economic growth and advanced technological capabilities.
Masakazu Yoshimura, Chairman, Managing Director and CEO of Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said the company values the continued support extended by the Government of Karnataka over the years. He stated that India remains a strategically important market for Toyota’s innovation and sustainable mobility initiatives.
He added that the TKM Bizintel Hub will support testing and evaluation activities, digital transformation and intelligent manufacturing across the supply chain ecosystem. The initiative will also align with Toyota’s focus on localization, responsible growth and its multi-pathway approach toward achieving carbon neutrality, while supporting national priorities such as “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat.”
Through this collaboration, Toyota Kirloskar Motor and the Government of Karnataka aim to drive innovation-led industrial growth, create skilled employment opportunities and position Karnataka as a leading hub for future mobility and technology investments in India.
