
NABARD has projected a priority sector credit potential of approximately ₹4.99 lakh crore for Karnataka in the financial year 2026-27, marking a 12% increase from 2025-26. Agriculture and allied sectors account for about 45% of this projection, with farm credit estimated at ₹1.90 lakh crore. The MSME sector represents around 42%, with a credit potential of ₹2.14 lakh crore. Other sectors include housing, education, export credit, social infrastructure, and renewable energy. These projections aim to guide banks and support rural infrastructure, agriculture resilience, and enterprise development in the state.
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