Cash-strapped Karnataka okays 100% salary hike for CM, ministers and MLAs; home minister cites ‘need for lawmakers to survive’

The Karnataka government has approved a 100% salary hike for its chief minister, ministers, and MLAs. This decision, justified by rising costs, is expected to trigger debates due to the state’s fiscal challenges. Some officials support the hike for economic balance, while others suggest a more modest increase. This proposal will be introduced in the Assembly soon.