Karnataka requested an increase in LPG allocation for commercial use, especially for hotels, during a meeting between the Prime Minister and Chief Ministers. The state’s Food Minister, K.H. Muniyappa, highlighted the need to raise the current 20% allocation for hotels to 40% to support the struggling hospitality industry. Emphasizing energy self-sufficiency, Karnataka proposed expanding solar energy production in both plains and hilly regions.
The state also advocated for boosting biogas, solar energy, and hydroelectric power production to achieve energy independence in the future. Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded positively to these suggestions during the meeting. Additionally, a follow-up discussion with stakeholders is scheduled for the upcoming Monday to delve deeper into these energy-related issues.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Modi stressed the importance of enhanced coordination between the Centre and states, drawing parallels to the collaborative efforts seen during the Covid-19 pandemic. Muniyappa conveyed the Prime Minister’s call for unified action to address the current challenges and improve the overall situation. Meanwhile, the Karnataka BJP cautioned the state’s Congress government against raising petrol and diesel prices, lauding the Central government for recent price reductions.
