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Karnataka to challenge Kasturirangan report in Supreme Court
The Karnataka government is preparing a legal challenge regarding the Kasturirangan report on the Western Ghats. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar announced that senior lawyers will be appointed to represent the state’s interests before the Supreme Court. The state is seeking a scientific revision of the report, arguing that current proposals may overlook the livelihoods of local farming and plantation communities.
Legislative discussions indicate broad cross-party opposition to the report's current implementation. Lawmakers have called for a ground-level, physical survey to ensure environmental protection is balanced with sustainable development. While the government aims to protect biodiversity, there are concerns that existing designations could negatively impact inhabited agricultural settlements.
In separate news, Keonics celebrated its golden jubilee by launching a program to distribute 2,222 KEO artificial intelligence computers to underserved communities and model residential schools across 239 taluks in Karnataka.
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D K Shivakumar · D. K. Shivakumar · DK Shivakumar · G. Parameshwara · Karnataka · Karnataka Government · Karnataka Legislative Assembly · Kasturirangan Committee · Kasturirangan report · Keonics · Western Ghats
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Keonics will deliver 2,222 KEO AI computers to underserved communities and model residential schools in Karnataka. www.newindianexpress.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The state is demanding a fresh, ground-level scientific assessment by an expert to balance biodiversity protection with local livelihoods. www.deccanchronicle.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The BJP accuses the state government of using the special Assembly session for political gain regarding drought and the Kasturirangan report. www.socialnews.xyz
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The expert committee should include individuals with a demonstrated commitment to forest conservation. www.varthabharati.in
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The state is seeking a scientific revision of the report to protect local interests. thebengalurulive.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Karnataka will appoint senior lawyers to represent the state in the Supreme Court regarding the Kasturirangan report notification. thebengalurulive.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] There is cross-party unanimity in opposing the Kasturirangan report and its consequential actions. www.deccanchronicle.com