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Karnataka CM Accuses Union Government of Withholding ₹16,795 Crore in Critical Funds

Siddaramaiah highlights stalled irrigation, welfare, and infrastructure projects, urging Karnataka MPs to advocate for the state's financial dues.

Siddaramaiah accuses Centre of withholding funds, slams Karnataka MPs for inaction
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Overview

  • Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticized the Union government for failing to release ₹5,300 crore for the Upper Bhadra irrigation project, halting progress on vital agricultural infrastructure.
  • The Centre has not disbursed ₹11,495 crore in Finance Commission grants, including ₹5,495 crore for special allocations and key projects like lakes and the Peripheral Ring Road.
  • Of the ₹559 crore allocated for social security pensions, only ₹113.92 crore has been released over two years, forcing Karnataka to cover the full ₹5,665 crore cost of these programs.
  • Under centrally sponsored schemes, ₹4,195 crore remains pending for 2024-25, while significant funds under the Jal Jeevan Mission for both 2023-24 and 2024-25 are also unpaid.
  • Siddaramaiah accused Karnataka MPs of failing to advocate for the state’s financial needs, despite its ₹4.5 lakh crore tax contribution to the Union government.