Mangalore, a coastal city in Karnataka, is rapidly emerging as a significant contender to Bengaluru's status as India's leading IT hub. Chartered accountant Sarthak Ahuja highlighted that the city is set to increase its technology workforce from 20,000 to nearly 200,000 over the next eight years. This growth is fueled by a surge in IT revenue, which has risen from approximately ₹3,200 crore to close to ₹5,000 crore within two years. Ahuja noted that the establishment of Global Capability Centres by global firms, including Bose Corporation, has been a major catalyst for this transformation, supported by government incentives that reimburse a significant portion of R&D expenditures. Additionally, Mangalore offers practical advantages such as 30% lower rental costs compared to other major cities and a low attrition rate, making it an attractive destination for tech professionals. The city is also home to around 25 engineering institutions producing nearly 10,000 graduates annually, further enhancing its talent pool. With minimal traffic congestion and affordable housing options, Mangalore is increasingly being dubbed India’s “Silicon Beach,” as the Government of Karnataka promotes it through various incentives for emerging technologies.