Decision on BJP state chief by February 20: B.Y. Vijayendra
Tumakuru: Karnataka MLA B.Y. Vijayendra has expressed confidence that he will continue as the state president of the BJP, adding that a decision on the matter is expected to be made by the high command by February 20.
Vijayendra explained that the decision regarding the party’s state leadership would follow the appointment of district presidents. "The process is ongoing in Delhi. The central leaders will soon visit the state, consult with all the MLAs, and take a final decision," he said.
Responding to questions on rebel leader Basanagouda R. Patil Yatnal refusing to reply to a show-cause notice issued by the Central disciplinary committee, Vijayendra stated that the committee had issued a notice to him with a 72-hour deadline. He further remarked that the Central leadership is "observing everything". However, when asked about the ongoing developments, he chose not to comment further.
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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah launches new e-Khata scheme
Belagavi: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday launched the ‘e-Khata – now from the comfort of your home’ scheme, which will allow people to access khata-related services online without visiting government offices, The New Indian Express reported.
The launch took place at the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi, appointment orders were distributed to pourakarmikas, house ownership documents were handed over to beneficiaries, and an e-Khata handbook was released. The programme was organised by the Directorate of Municipal Administration and the Belagavi City Corporation.
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Urban Development and Town Planning Minister Byrathi Suresh said over 6,000 urban civic workers, including pourakarmikas and sanitation staff, are being provided houses under the Gruha Bhagya scheme. He reportedly said 6,119 workers have been identified as beneficiaries, and the government has already released Rs 326 crore for the project.
As per the report, so far, construction of 4,159 houses has been completed. In addition, approvals have been issued for 172 houses in Belagavi and 133 in Vijayapura. The event was attended by several ministers, MLAs and senior officials.
