K'taka Cabinet in limbo, Muniyappa addresses dominant castes' concerns
Bengaluru, April 17 -- Amid heightened political scrutiny over the caste survey in Karnataka, the state Cabinet has deferred a final decision on the report, with ministers indicating that further deliberations will continue next week.
Significantly, Congress veteran K H Muniyappa's carefully worded remarks on Thursday are being viewed as a subtle reassurance to powerful caste groups, particularly the Lingayats and Vokkaligas, who are said to be upset with the findings of the report.
"The discussion is still ongoing. It hasn't concluded yet. We expect one or two more meetings before a final decision is taken," Muniyappa told reporters, adding, "But let it be clear: no community, sub-caste, or section of society should be denied justice. Soc...
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