Karnataka's VIP air travel costs ₹34.58 crore

Karnataka's air travel costs for high dignitaries reached ₹34.58 crore over two years. In 2023-24, the government spent ₹13.38 crore, which increased to ₹21.20 crore in 2024-25, according to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The expenses covered travel for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, and the Chief Justice of India. Helicopter services were provided by GMP Air Charters for official events within Karnataka and neighboring states. Specific trips included a ₹11,32,800 flight for the Chief Minister from HAL to Mysuru and back, and a ₹9,67,600 trip to Chitradurga. Officials confirmed that all travel was for official purposes only.