Chief minister Siddaramaiah known as for better equity within the distribution of central taxes, stating that Karnataka’s contribution to the nationwide tax income far exceeds the funds it receives from the Union authorities. Addressing the 69th Karnataka Rajyotsava on Friday, Siddaramaiah highlighted that the state contributes over ₹400,000 crore in taxes, but receives solely ₹55,000 crore to ₹60,000 crore in return. “We’re solely getting 14 to fifteen paise for each rupee we contribute,” he added.
Siddaramaiah argued that Karnataka’s position as one of many prime contributors shouldn’t lead to diminished assist from the central authorities. “Karnataka is the second-largest contributor to the central tax income after Maharashtra. Underneath the federal system, there shouldn’t be any injustice simply because Karnataka is a progressive state,” he mentioned, including, “Nobody ought to milk a milch cow fully dry, or else the calf might be malnourished.”
He famous that regardless of monetary constraints, the state authorities continues to prioritise welfare programmes, together with nutritious noon meals for varsity kids.
The CM urged Karnataka’s members of Parliament to deliver the problem of fiscal inequity to nationwide consideration, urging them to press the federal government for fairer remedy. “The MPs should elevate this difficulty with the Centre. After we demand justice, they’re politicising the problem. We should always launch a motion to get our rightful dues,” he mentioned.
Along with fiscal issues, Siddaramaiah inspired the folks of Karnataka to take satisfaction within the Kannada language, emphasising the significance of utilizing it day by day. “Karnataka has greater than 200 languages, and no matter language folks converse right here, they’re all Kannadigas,” he mentioned, underscoring Kannada’s 7,000-year historical past and its recognition as a classical language by the central authorities.
“Hold enhancing your linguistic expertise, however always remember to talk in Kannada,” he added, emphasising that the language is a crucial a part of Karnataka’s cultural identification.
Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar spoke on the significance of celebrating Karnataka Rajyotsava in all academic establishments throughout the state, noting that it’s now necessary for faculties and faculties to watch the day. Emphasising the federal government’s dedication to elevating Kannada, Shivakumar mentioned, “Our goal is to make Kannada a language of life. All of us want to supply our respects to our motherland by hoisting the flag of the land excessive.”
In his tackle, Shivakumar highlighted Kannada’s 2,000-year historical past, urging residents to guard the language. He additionally paid tribute to poet Kuvempu, whose philosophy of “Vishwamanava” (common human) has impressed Kannadigas, saying, “Kannada is our satisfaction, it’s our responsibility to supply respect and prayers to our Karmabhoomi.”
The deputy CM mentioned that Karnataka is exclusive amongst states in having each a state music and a flag, symbols of its cultural heritage and unity.
