Bengaluru
Even in private industries, certain ranks of posts will be reserved 100 percent for Kannadigars. Heavy and Medium Industries Minister, MB Patil said that the interests of industries will also be protected.
Speaking to the media representatives at his residence on Wednesday, he said that the government has approved the bill in this regard. He said that he will discuss this matter with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, IT-BT, Law and Labour Ministers and remove the curtain on the confusion. There is no doubt that Kannadigas should get jobs in Karnataka, he said, adding that the government will also do the work of equipping the unskilled Kannadigas with skills. He asserted that we cannot miss the bright opportunities of manufacturing sector and industrial revolution.
The government is committed to protect the interests of the locals. Also, the interest of the industry sector will also be monitored. This will be discussed with all concerned. He clarified that there is no need to worry in this matter, and that Karnataka is a progressive state.
