Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah defended the state budget against harsh criticism from the opposition BJP, which derisively labeled it a ‘Halal Budget’ and ‘Pakistan Budget.’ The BJP accused Siddaramaiah of minority appeasement, which he countered as an indication of the party’s ‘rotten mindset.’ Siddaramaiah highlighted the comprehensive nature of his administration’s fiscal planning, which aims for inclusivity and social progress.
Karnataka CM Defends Budget Amidst BJP’s ‘Halal Budget’ Controversy
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