Bengaluru, August 26: Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara announced on Tuesday that 102 taluks in the state are currently experiencing drought-like conditions. A comprehensive report on this situation will be submitted to the central government by the end of August.
Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Parameshwara stated that the government is reviewing the drought situation weekly. The results of ground assessments will be discussed in the cabinet meetings.
He remarked, “According to the established rules for declaring drought, 102 taluks are facing drought conditions. We will discuss the findings from ground assessments in the cabinet. We are reviewing the situation every week, and a detailed report will be submitted to the central government by the end of this month.”
In the meantime, the Chief Minister’s office has announced that the central government has extended the registration deadline for crop insurance in drought-affected areas of Karnataka. Previously, the Karnataka government had written to the center requesting an extension.
Deputy Chief Minister Parameshwara further mentioned that discussions on this issue took place on Tuesday between Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and various legislators.
He noted that many legislators wanted to meet with the Chief Minister to raise issues related to their constituencies. Consequently, Shivakumar met with the legislators in groups, listened to their concerns, and discussed possible solutions.
When asked if only Congress legislators were invited, Parameshwara responded that it is the responsibility of the ruling party to remain united, and naturally, its legislators are given more importance.
He stated, “The people have elected us, and they have expectations from the ruling party, so naturally, they will receive more opportunities.”
Regarding the assignment of responsibilities to ministers for reaching out to the public and preparing for upcoming local body elections, Parameshwara mentioned that a minister has been appointed for each district.
He explained, “These ministers have two responsibilities. They must also work for the party and oversee development activities. As district ministers, they will address party-related issues and monitor development projects. This has been happening for a long time.”
On the decision to hand over the Hanur case to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Parameshwara stated that when there is suspicion regarding an incident, the government typically assigns such cases to the CID.
He said, “Whenever such incidents occur and the government has doubts, the case is handed over to the CID. This case has been assigned in the same manner. There is nothing new about this.”
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