BJP State President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra expressed dissatisfaction with the Karnataka government’s State Budget for 2026–27, highlighting a lack of substantial progress in overall state development. During the Assembly discussion on the budget, Vijayendra pointed out that despite claims of prioritizing development, the budget allocations did not reflect significant advancements.
He specifically mentioned that the Water Resources Department’s allocation saw a minor increase from Rs 22,190 crore in 2025–26 to Rs 22,430 crore in 2026–27. Vijayendra raised concerns about the limited capital investment for development works, with a substantial portion of the budget allocated to salaries and interest payments, leaving only a fraction for developmental projects.
Vijayendra also highlighted the financial strain on the state, noting a significant rise in revenue expenditure from Rs 2,15,584 crore in 2022–23 to Rs 3,38,007 crore in 2026–27. He criticized the government for heavy borrowing without effective utilization of funds for development, raising doubts about the completion of ongoing projects.
