Budget has schemes and projects lined up for North Karnataka
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Why in news
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced the Karnataka Budget, highlighting land acquisition for the third phase of the Upper Krishna Project and a new industrial policy.
Background
The Karnataka Budget includes land acquisition for the third phase of the Upper Krishna Project and a new industrial policy. It provides incentives for backward regions, support for sheep and goat farming, and funding for fish consumption promotion.
Facts for Prelims
- FactUpper Krishna Project: Irrigation project in Karnataka involving land acquisition for its third phase.
- SchemeKarnataka Budget: Includes incentives for backward regions to promote industrial development.
- FactLivestock support: Budget includes specific support for sheep and goat farming.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how integrated irrigation projects and targeted industrial policies can drive socio-economic development in backward regions of Karnataka.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Irrigation bottleneck: Land acquisition hurdles for the Upper Krishna Project's third phase
- Regional disparity: Targeted incentives to stimulate industrial growth in backward areas
- Livelihood diversification: Promoting sheep, goat farming, and fish consumption for rural stability
Keywords: Regional imbalance · Irrigation infrastructure · Industrial policy · Livelihood diversification · Socio-economic development
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