Karnataka Chief Minister presents 13 pending proposals, appeals to MPs to strive for State’s progress beyond party lines
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar met with state MPs to coordinate efforts for securing central government clearance on 13 pending infrastructure and development projects. The proposals include major transport and water management initiatives vital for the state's growth.
Why it matters
Effective coordination between state and central governments is essential for the timely execution of large-scale public infrastructure projects.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Monday sought the cooperation of MPs from Karnataka in working for the State’s progress and particularly to get Central clearance for 13 proposals. They include the Satellite Town Ring Road for Bengaluru, re-opening of HAL airport for commercial operations and Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project.
Mr. Shivakumar held a dinner meeting with MPs from the State in Delhi for the first time after becoming Chief Minister, which was attended by Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi, V. Somanna, and Shobha Karandlaje, among others.
The meeting saw the Chief Minister appealing to MPs to convince the Centre to provide approval for pending irrigation and drinking water projects and extend drought relief to the State.
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