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Karnataka's Finances Strained by Welfare Schemes, CAG Report Reveals
A CAG report indicates that Karnataka's finances are under significant strain due to welfare schemes, which have consumed Rs 52,525 crore and necessitated increased borrowing, leading to cuts in other development programs.
26 Mar, 15:20 — 26 Mar, 17:51
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Times of IndiaMostly Factual135d ago
Freebies over development? K'taka cuts programs to fund welfare schemes: CAG report
Karnataka's finances are strained by welfare schemes, forcing cuts in other programs. The CAG report reveals Rs 52,525 crore spent on five guarantee schemes, consuming a significant portion of revenue and necessitating increased borrowing. This fiscal pressure impacts capital expenditure and raises concerns about future growth and debt servicing obligations.
By TOI NEWS DESK
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Flaws, lapses cost key revenue-generating departments crores in tax revenue in Karnataka: CAG report
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