Number of backward taluks rise in Karnataka, 93 classified most backward, 36 more backward, 43 backward
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Why in news
The Karnataka Regional Imbalances Redressal Committee released a 2026 report identifying 93 taluks as 'most backward' and 61 others as backward, highlighting widening regional disparities despite infrastructure spending.
Background
The committee, headed by economist M. Govinda Rao, identified 93 most backward and 61 backward taluks in Karnataka. It recommended an additional allocation of ₹43,914 crore to address infrastructure deficits and poor district-level expenditure implementation.
Facts for Prelims
- Fact93 taluks in Karnataka were classified as 'most backward' in the 2026 report.
- FactThe committee recommended an additional allocation of ₹43,914 crore for backward taluks and districts.
- PostM. Govinda Rao is the head of the Karnataka Regional Imbalances Redressal Committee.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges in addressing regional economic imbalances in India despite increased infrastructure spending in underdeveloped regions.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Implementation gap: Poor district-level expenditure allocation despite high-level infrastructure spending
- Geographic disparity: Concentration of backwardness in North Karnataka despite state-wide economic progress
Keywords: Regional Imbalance · Infrastructure Deficit · Fiscal Allocation · Developmental Disparity · District-level Governance
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