BCCI Development Panel

✨ A Forward Step for Belagavi’s Industrial Growth! ✨

It is encouraging to see such a well-conceived initiative taking shape through BeLEX 2026, bringing together key sectors like Manufacturing, Agro, Construction Equipment, Food Processing, Trading, and Auto under one platform.

Efforts like these play a crucial role in strengthening the industrial ecosystem, fostering collaboration, and positioning Belagavi as a strong emerging hub for business and innovation.

Wishing this initiative great success and hoping it creates new opportunities, partnerships, and growth for our region.

📍 Belgaum Foundry Cluster, Udyambag
🗓 24th March 2026

Belgaum Chamber of Commerce & Industries – Media Appreciation Note

The Belgaum Chamber of Commerce & Industries (BCCI) extends its heartfelt thanks to the media fraternity for the excellent and widespread coverage of the recent election of office-bearers for the term 2025–26.

We are delighted that Shri Prabhakar Nagarmunoli has been unanimously elected as President, along with the new team – Swapnil Shah (Vice President), Uday Joshi (Vice President), Satish Kulkarni (Hon. Secretary), Sanjay Potdar (Hon. Treasurer), and Manoj Matikop (Joint Secretary).

The news was prominently featured in leading Kannada and Marathi and other reputed publications, Social Media Coverage ensuring the Chamber’s initiatives and leadership changes reached a wide readership.

This extensive media attention highlights the Chamber’s growing presence and its commitment to working for the interests of trade, industry, and the business community of Belagavi. We value the continued support of the press in showcasing our activities, initiatives, and achievements.

— Belgaum Chamber of Commerce & Industries & Belagavi Development Panel

# # # Thank You Message from the BCCI Development Panel and Elected Candidates

Dear Voters,

We are immensely grateful for the overwhelming support you have shown to the BCCI Development Panel in the recent Chamber of Commerce and Industries elections. Your participation, especially in the face of the excessive rains, demonstrates your unwavering commitment to our community and its progress.

Your votes have not only elected us but also reinforced our dedication to serving you with integrity and diligence. We are honored by the trust you have placed in us, and we promise to work tirelessly towards constructive and meaningful developments for the Chamber.

Thank you once again for your invaluable support. Together, we will build a brighter future for our industries and trade.

Warm regards,

**Sandeep Bagewadi**
**Uday Joshi**
**Rajesh Muchandikar**
**Sanjeev Kattishetty**
**Swapnil Shah**
**Prashant Kallimani**
**Manoj Mattikopp**
**Ramesh Laddhad**
**Sudhir Chougule**

On behalf of the BCCI Development Panel

Landslide Victory for BCCI Development Panel

In a resounding success, the BCCI Development Panel has achieved a landslide victory in the Chamber of Commerce and Industries elections. The results from the industrial sector were particularly impressive, with Sandeep Bagewadi receiving 258 votes, Uday Joshi 252 votes, and Rajesh Muchandikar 245 votes. Their opponent, Ashok Koli, managed only 69 votes.

In the trading sector, the panel ran unopposed, resulting in Sanjeev Kattishetty, Swapnil Shah, Prashant Kallimani, Manoj Mattikopp, and Ramesh Laddhad securing their positions effortlessly. Similarly, in the annual (ordinary) member section, Sudhir Chougule was elected unopposed.

Chaitanya Kulkarni, Sachin Sabnis, and Sunil Naik extended their heartfelt congratulations to the winners on behalf of the BCCI Development Panel, celebrating this overwhelming mandate from the electorate.

# # # Landslide Victory for BCCI Development Panel

In a resounding success, the BCCI Development Panel has achieved a landslide victory in the Chamber of Commerce and Industries elections. The results from the industrial sector were particularly impressive, with Sandeep Bagewadi receiving 258 votes, Uday Joshi 252 votes, and Rajesh Muchandikar 245 votes. Their opponent, Ashok Koli, managed only 69 votes.

In the trading sector, the panel ran unopposed, resulting in Sanjeev Kattishetty, Swapnil Shah, Prashant Kallimani, Manoj Mattikopp, and Ramesh Laddhad securing their positions effortlessly. Similarly, in the annual (ordinary) member section, Sudhir Chougule was elected unopposed.

Chaitanya Kulkarni, Sachin Sabnis, and Sunil Naik extended their heartfelt congratulations to the winners on behalf of the BCCI Development Panel, celebrating this overwhelming mandate from the electorate.

Dear Members of BCCI Industrial Sector . Please cast your Votes in favour of candidates of our BCCI Development Panel for the betterment of Chamber .