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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has dismissed the BJP’s claims that the Congress government will discontinue its guarantee schemes after the Lok Sabha elections. He affirmed that all five schemes will remain in place, despite the BJP’s allegations. Siddaramaiah highlighted the government’s allocation of funds for these schemes and refuted the claim that the state has faced economic bankruptcy due to their implementation. He accused the BJP of spreading lies and fabricating a ‘factory of lies.’ Furthermore, Siddaramaiah criticized the BJP-led Union government for denying Karnataka its rightful drought relief, despite the state’s severe drought conditions. He detailed the efforts made by the state government to seek relief, including sending a letter to the Union government and meeting with Union Home Minister. Despite these efforts, the BJP government has not released the relief amount, prompting the state to file a legal case.

Ajay Singh, MLA of Jewargi and chairperson of the Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Board (KKRDB), has denounced the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its alleged injustice towards southern states in tax devolution. Singh claims that BJP-led governments are denying these states their due share, leading them to approach the Supreme Court for resolution. He also highlights the Union government’s delayed response to drought relief in Karnataka, accusing the BJP of being anti-farmer.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra will campaign for Karnataka Assembly elections today. Mr. Shah will lead a roadshow in Bengaluru South Lok Sabha constituency, while Ms. Gandhi will address rallies in Chitradurga and Bengaluru. Meanwhile, Congress stages a protest against alleged discrimination by the Centre on drought relief. The Supreme Court has reminded the Centre and Karnataka about the need to resolve differences amicably. BJP MLC K.P. Nanjundi resigns. K. Annamalai to lead roadshows in Udupi district. Law Minister H.K. Patil to share details on setting up a special court for the Neha Hiremath murder case. Karnataka Kannada Barahagarara Mattu Prakashakara Sangha celebrates World Book Day. Ramaseva Mandali and Sree Seshadripuram Ramaseva Samithi present vocal concerts.

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed gratitude towards the Supreme Court after the Central government assured swift action on the state’s drought relief plea. The Centre informed the apex court that it would resolve the matter related to financial assistance within a week, by April 29th.