India, March 18 -- The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has retracted a contentious recruitment notification that eased Kannada language norms for hiring 50 loco pilots on a contract basis for Namma Metro. The decision comes in the wake of strong opposition from pro-Kannada organizations and local activists.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar took to social media platform X to reaffirm the government's commitment to prioritizing Kannadigas in metro jobs. He stated that the recruitment notification had been withdrawn following his directive to the BMRCL managing director to ensure compliance with state employment guidelines.

"Our government stands by the people of Karnataka. The recruitment for Train Operator...