Thu Apr 02 15:43:22 UTC 2026: # Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Defends Congress Governance Amidst BJP Criticism

The Story: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah staunchly defended his government’s performance during a campaign rally in Davangere on Thursday, April 02, 2026. He refuted allegations of financial mismanagement and lack of development leveled by the BJP, highlighting the successful implementation of guarantee schemes and asserting that the state’s finances are within permissible limits. He further accused the BJP of making false accusations and failing to provide the state with its rightful share of funds from the Union government.

Key Points:

  • Siddaramaiah claims the people have realized the BJP “looted the State” while in power.
  • ₹1,31,000 crore has been spent on guarantee schemes.
  • The State’s borrowings are within the fiscal responsibility cap of 25% of the GDP and fiscal deficit stood at 2.95%.
  • The Chief Minister alleges a loss of ₹1,000 crore to the State due to reduced GST rates ahead of Bihar polls.
  • 56,432 posts will be filled in a phased manner during the year.
  • During the BJP’s rule, the State borrowed ₹5,30,000 crore.
  • ₹24,000 crore of the ₹29,000 crore unpaid bills of contractors during the BJP rule have been paid.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Karnataka government is actively defending its financial management and development record against BJP criticism.
  • Guarantee schemes remain a central point of contention and a key achievement highlighted by the Congress.
  • Fiscal relations between the State and Union governments are strained, with accusations of inadequate funding.
  • The upcoming elections are fueling heightened political rhetoric and accusations between the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP.
  • Job creation is being presented as a positive outcome of the government’s policies.

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