New Delhi, March 7 -- Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah presented his 16th Budget on Friday. A total of Rs.4.095 lakh crore was allotted for the Karnataka Budget 2025-26.

The Karnataka Budget allocated Rs.51,034 crore for the five guarantee schemes promised by the Congress government in the state. Here are top highlights from the Karnataka Budget 2025-26:

1. It allocated Rs.82,000 crore for capital investment. "This makes Karnataka one of the highest capital investment making states," said

2. Liquor prices are likely to be reviewed and increased to match rates in neighbouring states.

3. A 4% reservation for Muslims introduced in government tenders and contracts.

4. Grants worth Rs.100 crore earmarked for the Comprehensive develop...