Belur industrial estate falls into disrepair, industry sounds alarm

Strap: Pothole-ridden roads, garbage heaps, broken drains and dark streets plague one of North Karnataka’s biggest industrial hubs Blurb: Despite housing over 500 industries and contributing significantly to the region’s economy, the Belur Industrial Estate in Dharwad is grappling with crumbling infrastructure. Industrialists say years of neglect have affected operations, worker safety and overall growth prospects.