Article 371(J) has opened new opportunities for Kalyana Karnataka: Raghumurthy

Article 371(J) of the Constitution, which accorded Special Status to Kalyana Karnataka, has opened new opportunities for the people of the region in education, employment, and infrastructure development, Minister for Scheduled Tribes Welfare T. Raghumurthy said on Thursday.

Addressing the 79th Kalyana Karnataka Utsav after unfurling the national flag at the Government Pre-University College grounds in Ballari, Mr. Raghumurthy said the government was committed to the comprehensive development of the region, social justice, and the welfare of its people.

“The Special Status provided to the region under Article 371(J) during the UPA government had created opportunities in education, employment, and infrastructure. The provision helped address some of the developmental challenges faced by the region,” he said.