Quick Facts

Economy

• Industries: Belgaum has a diversified industrial base with key industries like textiles, engineering, manufacturing, and machine tools
• Cement: Known for being a significant producer of cement and home to large cement factories
• Agriculture: The region is known for the cultivation of groundnuts, sugarcane, cotton, and soybeans
• Trade & Commerce: Belgaum is a key commercial hub, facilitating trade between Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Goa