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flag Karnataka's deputy CM rejects contractor demands for immediate Rs 33,000 crore payment, citing prior admin overspending and ongoing phased resolutions.

flag Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. flag Shivakumar rejected demands by the Karnataka State Contractors' Association for immediate payment of Rs 33,000 crore in pending dues, calling their threat of protests and work stoppages unfounded. flag He stated the government is resolving the issue through direct talks and phased payments, attributing the backlog to overspending by the prior BJP administration. flag Shivakumar emphasized ongoing infrastructure projects, new civic reforms, and local revenue reinvestment, including expanded spending powers for Bengaluru’s new city corporations to accelerate development without lengthy tenders.

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