Siddaramaiah

In a significant development amidst ongoing farmer protests against the Central Government's agricultural policies, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah penned a letter to chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav, dated February 15, 2024. The letter expresses concern over the detention of a group of farmers from Karnataka en-route to Delhi to voice their grievances.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of Karnataka has challenged a fine imposed by the Karnataka High Court for his involvement in a protest that allegedly caused a public nuisance by blocking roads, taking his legal battle to the highest court in the country. A political protest held in April 2022, demanding the resignation of then-BJP leader KS Eshwarappa over allegations related to the suicide of a contractor, has sparked a contentious legal dispute.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressed the state-level Janaspandana programme at Vidhana Soudha on February 8, highlighting the government's commitment to governance. Reflecting on the first Janaspandana programme on November 27, Siddaramaiah announced a 98 percent disposal rate of applications, emphasising the administration's dedication to addressing citizens' concerns.

Karnataka Congress leaders, spearheaded by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, are orchestrating the 'Chalo Delhi' protest at Jantar Mantar in the national capital. The demonstration aims to address longstanding grievances against the Central leadership, encompassing issues like reduced tax devolution and an imbalanced distribution of resources.

The CM criticizes the Centre for discontinuing compensation to states post-GST implementation. Karnataka, a significant tax contributor, receives only Rs 12-13 out of every Rs 100 in taxes, contributing Rs 4,30,000 crore annually.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has made it clear that there is no mandatory dress code in temples under the purview of the state's Muzrai Department. This declaration comes amidst debates sparked by a district administration's enforcement of a dress code in Hampi Virupaksha temple.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of Karnataka has revealed that the upcoming budget for the fiscal year 2024–25 will witness a budget of ₹3.80 lakh crore. Emphasising the continuity of five crucial guarantee schemes, the Chief Minister assured the public that these programmes, namely Shakti, Gruhalakshmi, Gruhajyoti, Annabhagya, and Yuvanidhi, will remain steadfast, dispelling concerns about financial instability.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced the dedication of 800 dialysis machines to underprivileged patients in a move towards ensuring healthcare accessibility. The inauguration took place at KC General Hospital in Bengaluru, marking a pivotal step in extending free dialysis services to around 6,000 patients facing kidney-related health challenges across the state.

Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah, son of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has announced that if the Congress secures a majority in Karnataka in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, his father will serve a full uninterrupted term as Chief Minister. Yathindra, set to contest under Siddaramaiah's leadership, emphasized the party's commitment to social welfare and urged public support for political stability.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed his support for the decision of All India Congress Committee (AICC) President Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and the leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha, Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, not to participate in the Ram Lalla installation ceremony in Ayodhya. Siddaramaiah condemns the alleged politicization of the religious event by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and leaders of the Sangh Parivar.