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Time of India
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Sub-plan funds are spent as per rules, says Priyank
Kalaburagi: Our govt is spending the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) and Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) funds according to the rules. If the funds were used for other purposes, let the BJP provide evidence, and we will take action, said rural development and panchayat raj minister Priyank Kharge. On Monday, Priyank told reporters that during the BJP's Basavaraj Bommai tenure, the SCSP and TSP funds were spent elsewhere. "Bommai himself admitted it. After we came to power, we repealed the '7D' sub-clause of this act. Now, we are utilising the funds under rules 7A, 7B, and 7C. Let them point out if any rules were violated," he challenged. "If BJP leaders truly care about Dalits and tribals, they should strive to implement the SCSP and TSP Act at the Union govt level," he said. When asked about the BJP protest over the lack of fertiliser, Kharge retorted, saying BJP members should protest in Delhi and ensure the supply of fertilisers to the state.
India Today
28-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Karnataka to divert Rs 11,896 crore SC/ST funds for guarantees, BJP slams move
The Karnataka government has decided to use a portion of the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) and Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) funds for the implementation of its guarantee schemes. Out of the total Rs 42,017.51 crore allocated for SCSP and TSP in the financial year 2025–26, Rs 11,896.84 crore is set to be utilised for five major welfare decision, which has triggered criticism from the opposition BJP, was approved during the SC/ST State Development Council meeting. A high-level review meeting on the matter is scheduled to be held on August 5 under the chairmanship of Chief Minister allocation for 2025–26 includes Rs 29,991.69 crore under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan and Rs 12,025.82 crore under the Tribal Sub Plan. Of the Rs 11,896.84 crore being diverted, Rs 1,670 crore has been earmarked for Anna Bhagya, Rs 162 crore for Yuva Nidhi, Rs 1,537 crore for Shakti Yojana, Rs 2,626 crore for Gruha Jyoti, and Rs 7,438 crore for Gruha Lakshmi. According to government data, similar reallocation of welfare funds has taken place in the previous two financial years. In 2023–24, Rs 11,114 crore from SCSP/TSP allocations was used for guarantee schemes, and in 2024–25, Rs 14,282.38 crore was allotted for the same strongly to the move, Karnataka BJP president BY Vijayendra took to X to accuse the Congress government of betraying marginalised communities. 'The Congress government, which has consistently exploited the oppressed communities to gain power, is now diverting Rs 11,896.84 crore allocated for the welfare of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes for the implementation of its five guarantee schemes in the 2025–26 fiscal year. This move, aimed at using welfare funds to run its political agenda, is being condemned as a betrayal of Dalits and a blow to the very foundation of social justice,' he aim at Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Vijayendra added, 'Chief Minister @siddaramaiah, who often claims to be a leader of backward classes and a saviour of Dalits, has now taken the reprehensible step of diverting funds reserved for Dalit welfare towards guarantee schemes — a decision that deserves strong condemnation.'The BJP leader also recalled similar controversies in the previous year. 'Last year, the @INCKarnataka government misused all allocated funds for ST welfare and even looted the funds reserved for the Maharshi Valmiki Development Corporation. Now, by reallocating this year's SC/ST welfare funds towards guarantee schemes, the government has effectively written off the development of the state's marginalised communities.'He warned that if the decision is not reversed, the BJP would launch protests inside and outside the Assembly. '@BJP4Karnataka will not tolerate this move. If the state government fails to reverse this decision immediately, the BJP will raise its voice both inside and outside the Assembly and launch a strong protest in defence of the marginalised,' he said. - Ends IN THIS STORY#Karnataka
The Hindu
18-06-2025
- General
- The Hindu
New farmers' training hall inaugurated at PAJANCOA & RI, Karaikal
A new Farmers' Training Hall was inaugurated at Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru College of Agriculture and Research Institute (PAJANCOA & RI), Karaikal, on Wednesday. The facility was constructed with support from the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) component of ICAR–Indian Institute of Rice Research (IIRR), Hyderabad. The training hall is expected to boost the institute's extension education efforts and strengthen ties with the farming community. Addressing faculty and final-year students during the inauguration, A. Pouchepparadjou, Dean of PAJANCOA & RI, thanked R.M. Sundaram, Director of ICAR-IIRR for his continued support in strengthening the institute's infrastructure and academic linkages. N. Swaminathan, Professor of Agricultural Economics, R. Mohan, Professor and in-charge of the Engineering Cell, urged students to make full use of the new facility.
The Hindu
14-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Minister H.K. Patil reviews progress of various tourism projects in Kalaburagi
H.K. Patil, Minister for Law, Justice, Human Rights, Parliamentary Affairs, Legislation, and Tourism, conducted his department's progress review meeting on Saturday regarding various tourism projects identified under the 2020-25 Karnataka Tourism Policy. During the meeting held at the old Aiwan-e-Shahi guest house, Mr. Patil engaged with officials to assess the status of ongoing projects and sought updates on pending works. Anusuyya M. Huggar, deputy director of the Tourism Department, said that the concept report for ₹83.5 crore has been prepared for the development of Ganagapura in Afzalpur taluk and submitted to the government for approval. She stated that once funds are released, all essential infrastructure for tourism development would be provided. Additionally, a ₹100 lakh pilgrim accommodation project at Gattargi village is progressing. Officials also briefed the Minister on proposals submitted for the development of tourist destinations. Mr. Patil promised that he would work closely with relevant authorities to expedite the release of funds for tourism projects. He also highlighted that the 2024-25 Budget included plans for water adventure sports and tourism activities at Chandramapalli reservoir, which have recently commenced. The Minister added that several key tourist sites in Kalaburagi district were included under the 'Tourism Mitra' scheme, with 48 personnel appointed to assist visitors. Mr. Patil added that unemployed individuals would receive four to five months of skill development training, and ₹5 lakh financial assistance for mobile canteen operations under the Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP) for Scheduled Castes and Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) to Scheduled Tribes. Three new proposals have been submitted, including land allocations for tourism activities in Atanur in Afzalpur taluk (2 acres, 30 guntas) and Kesartagi in Kalaburagi taluk (3.5 acres). Officials informed the Minister that ₹1,359 crore has been sanctioned for tourism projects across six implementing agencies. Rajaram, assistant director of Department of Archaeology, Museums and Heritage, said that the discussions were on in his department for heritage conservation efforts at Nagavi's 60 Pillar temple, Nandeshwara temple, Kari mosque, Sanjeevini Anjaneya temple, and archaeological exploration at Madhusudana temple. He added that a detailed project report was submitted for Kanaganahalli Information Centre in Chittapur taluk, with site inspections conducted by Dwijaa Associates and IDIC Bengaluru.
