Karnataka's Legislative Push: Key Bills Await Presidential Nod

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met President Droupadi Murmu to seek approval for seven bills passed by the state legislature. The bills cover education, mining taxation, procurement transparency, and administrative reforms. Key bills include amendments to the Right to Education and mineral taxation, aiming to enhance accountability and revenue.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah made a strategic visit to Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday, where he met with President Droupadi Murmu to expedite the approval process for seven pivotal bills passed by his state legislature.

Among these measures is a crucial amendment to the Right to Education Act, aiming to overhaul the framework in Karnataka, and a new tax bill to boost revenue from mineral rights. Furthermore, the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurement Act proposes increased accountability on government expenses.

Siddaramaiah emphasized the urgency in getting these bills approved, as they address significant sectors such as education, mining, and administrative efficiency. The President's assent is crucial, given that these require central government clearance due to their expansive legislative scope.

(With inputs from agencies.)