Karnataka Boosts Urban Housing Quota for Minorities Amid Criticism
The Karnataka government has increased the urban housing quota for minorities from 10% to 15% to address the issue of unoccupied flats. Despite criticism from the BJP, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar emphasized the move as a step towards helping the underprivileged minority communities.
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In a significant policy shift, Karnataka's government, under the leadership of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, has announced an increase in the housing quota for minorities in urban areas, elevating it from 10% to 15%.
According to Shivakumar, this decision responds to the high interest among minority communities in residing in these government-constructed flats, many of which have remained unoccupied for years. The Deputy Chief Minister highlighted that the proportion of economically disadvantaged minorities in some urban areas ranges from 20-30%, necessitating this adjustment.
Despite the Bharatiya Janata Party's claim that this move constitutes appeasement politics, Shivakumar defended the decision, stressing the necessity of supporting low-income families when existing housing remains unutilized. He noted that the Law Minister would soon clarify the implementation process.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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