Special session beginning on Sept. 21 likely to adopt resolution against Kasturirangan report
Karnataka's legislature is set to hold a special three-day session starting September 21 to discuss the K. Kasturirangan report and the prevailing drought situation. The session is expected to pass a unanimous resolution against the implementation of the report in its current form, which has raised concerns over livelihood issues and agricultural activities.
Why it matters
The decision regarding the Kasturirangan report, which identifies Eco-Sensitive Areas, will have significant environmental and economic implications for Karnataka, directly impacting local communities, agricultural practices, and conservation efforts.
Under a cloud of anxiety and fear over livelihood issues and the impact on agricultural activities, all eyes are now on the special legislature session convened to discuss the impact of K. Kasturirangan’s report and the prevailing drought situation in Karnataka.
After a near-total washout of the Monsoon Session of the State legislature in August, the three-day special session commencing on Monday (September 21) is expected to pass a resolution against the implementation of the Kasturirangan report in its current form, while more taluks could be declared drought-hit.
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