India, April 25 -- As Karnataka is set to go into voting for 14 seats on Friday, various restaurants, businesses, and transport services in Bengaluru are rolling out creative incentives to boost voter turnout. These incentives, ranging from free coffee and dosa to discounts on air fare, are meant to engage urban voters, particularly in Bengaluru, where turnout tends to be lower.

Some of these initiatives include discounts on burgers, complimentary beer, and free rides to polling stations, The Indian Express reported. The Bruhat Bangalore Hotels' Association has also been given the green light by the Karnataka High Court to offer free or discounted meals to voters.

For instance, Mr. Philly's burger outlet is offering a 30 per cent discou...