Addressing concerns over unpaid contractor bills exceeding Rs 30,000 crore, Shivakumar acknowledged the necessity of supporting the contracting industry while promising a review of pending payments. He dismissed claims of ongoing corruption, challenging the Contractors Association to provide sworn affidavits to trigger formal investigations into commission demands. Regarding administrative hurdles, including a proposed Rs 490 crore irrigation project, the Deputy Chief Minister emphasized that all state initiatives must undergo rigorous cabinet scrutiny and standard tender procedures before breaking ground.
Shivakumar also addressed broader political controversies, including the re-verification of Gruhalakshmi scheme beneficiaries to prevent eligibility fraud by out-of-state applicants. He signaled that the government is reviewing potential amendments to the Land Reforms Act and maintained a firm stance against the current functioning of the Delimitation Commission. He alleged the Commission is operating without democratic oversight to disenfranchise vulnerable voter segments, vowing that the Congress party would continue its opposition. The deputy chief minister concluded by highlighting his administration’s commitment to the development of the Chamarajanagar region, citing recent cabinet-level initiatives aimed at boosting local irrigation and infrastructure.
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