Karnataka Chief Minister holds meeting with party legislators
Sources said that the Chief Minister asked them to ensure that eligible voters do not face injustice during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls
A day after the Monsoon Session of the Karnataka legislature concluded abruptly, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar convened meetings with party legislators on Tuesday, August 25, to discuss governance and development in their respective constituencies. Shivakumar emphasized the need for legislators to take the initiative in setting up Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas.
He requested details from legislators about priority issues affecting their constituencies, spanning 27 districts. The Chief Minister also instructed legislators to ensure voters receive fair treatment during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls and to refrain from interfering in IAS and IPS officials' transfers. Additionally, they were tasked with protecting party workers and appointing six members to monitor panchayat-level committees.
The legislators were further asked to recommend suitable individuals to lead the Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas and ensure their effective functioning. Shivakumar stated that decisions on funding for various development projects would be made after consultations with senior Ministers and officials, while addressing issues such as drinking water, infrastructure, housing, irrigation, and other development projects during the meetings.
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