Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced plans to meet senior Congress leaders and Union ministers in Delhi to discuss state developmental projects. He mentioned that during his visit, he would also engage with officials from the Union Jal Shakti Ministry and legal experts. Shivakumar is set to mark six years as the president of the Karnataka Congress on March 10.
Shivakumar expressed his commitment to meeting MPs and party leaders regularly to address various issues and share his thoughts. He emphasized the importance of these interactions in conveying his concerns, challenges, and aspirations. The Deputy CM mentioned that he would travel to Delhi with the Chief Minister’s approval.
Amidst these developments, MLA Iqbal Hussain, a loyalist of Shivakumar, urged Siddaramaiah to allow Shivakumar to lead the state. Hussain emphasized the need to practice equality and socialism in decision-making processes. Senior Congress member H.C. Balakrishna acknowledged that changes were inevitable and emphasized the importance of accepting decisions once made.
Shivakumar, who also serves as the Bengaluru Urban Development Minister, highlighted the digitization of property records in Bengaluru. He mentioned that 25 lakh properties in the city had been digitized, with nine lakh e-khatas issued to citizens. The initiative aims to prevent tax evasion and streamline property documentation processes.
Shivakumar further elaborated on the significance of the digitization efforts, emphasizing the transparency and efficiency brought about by the e-khata system. He underscored the government’s commitment to facilitating the process without any corrupt practices. The Deputy CM also mentioned the positive recognition received from the Central government for these initiatives.
