Karnataka MLA faces backlash for suggesting cuts to election guarantees to fund housing.

A Karnataka Congress MLA, H R Gaviyappa, suggested canceling some election guarantees due to financial strain, arguing it could help fund housing for the poor. This sparked a backlash from Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who rejected the idea and warned of disciplinary action against any MLA questioning the guarantees. Gaviyappa later clarified he only called for a review. The controversy highlights tensions within the party over budget constraints and electoral promises.

November 26, 2024
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