Karnataka CM

Karnataka HC reviewed the "Hijab Row" and announced to continue the hearing tomorrow, asking to maintain peace and order in the State. After court hearing on February 8, the Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai announced to close schools and colleges for next three days. Notably, the Karnataka Government's decision of not allowing Hijab for students, created ruckus, following which five students filed a petition, demanding approval under the Indian… read-more

Aiming enhanced women safety, the Karnataka Government, on February 6, launched "self-defense training program" for 50,000 students of colleges/schools. Addressing the media during launch event, CM Basavaraj Bommai said, "If rogue elements could be taught a lesson if women are trained in self-defense". The training named, "Obavva Art of Self Defence Training" will be held at Police Training School. CM Bommai asked the State Home Ministry to… read-more

Karnataka CM Basavaraja Bommai said, the Government will take decision on COVID-19 relaxations. On January 19, CM Bommai said, after consulting to the expert committee. "The decision will take after expert committee will review it and present full picture before us on Friday," said the CM. Notably, the COVID-19 cases are rising in Karnataka and is likely to reach its peak in February and urged people to follow COVID-19 guidelines. 

Karnataka Legislative Assembly passed the Anti-Conversion Bill, 2021, on December 23.  Named as "Karnataka Protection of Right To Freedom Of Religion Bill, 2021" was passed during the Winter Assembly session, with majority of MLAs in favour. Despite uproar from Congress, CM Bommai passed the bill, which prevent forceful conversion of religion. If violated, one will face imprisonment of five to ten years with Rs 25,000 fine to Rs 50,000.

The Karnataka Government, on November 28, issued an advisory in regard to the recent rise in Covid-19 cases. According to the issued notification, all gatherings, events (seminars, functions, education programs) have been postponed for 2 months. The Government has mandated RT-PCR tests for people traveling from Kerala and Maharashtra (even if vaccinated) not older than 72 hours. CM Basavaraj Bommai has ordered an intensified screening at the … read-more