Karnataka's Deputy CM orders state flag hoisting and Kannada language promotion on Nov 1.

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has directed all companies and educational institutions to hoist the Karnataka flag on November 1, celebrating Kannada Rajyotsava, the state's formation day. He emphasized the importance of promoting the Kannada language and requested cultural events to accompany the flag hoisting. The state government continues to advocate a 'Kannada first' policy, having previously proposed job reservations for locals, which faced criticism.