Siddaramaiah defends guarantees, criticizes Centre's tax returns

Bengaluru Chief Minister Siddaramaiah defended his government's guarantee schemes, stating they have benefited residents and will continue. He criticized the opposition for their claims and highlighted support from various leaders, asserting that the government has spent over Rs 76,000 crore on these programs. Siddaramaiah also criticized the central government for not providing promised funds, claiming Karnataka pays Rs 5 lakh crore in taxes but receives only Rs 51,000 crore back. He addressed delays in incentives for milk producers and justified recent fare increases for buses and Metro services. Tensions rose in the assembly as BJP and Congress members clashed over historical issues related to Dr. BR Ambedkar. A debate was scheduled after accusations were exchanged, with Congress members attempting to present evidence from Ambedkar's letters amid protests from the opposition.