The Congress-led government in Karnataka, under the leadership of CM Siddaramaiah, is planning to introduce new regulations aimed at ensuring that multinational companies operating in the state employ a significant number of local Kannadigas. As part of this initiative, these companies will be required to publicly display the number of Kannadiga employees they have on their notice boards.
To facilitate the formulation of these regulations, Kannada & Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi has established a committee composed of secretaries from various departments. Tangadagi himself chairs the committee, which aims to gather input and suggestions for drafting the rules.
According to Minister Tangadagi, the objective is to enforce the display of Kannadiga employment numbers by industries and multinational corporations. The committee, comprising secretaries from diverse departments, has provided valuable recommendations, which will be deliberated upon to formulate the rules effectively.
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The government’s proposal has been positively received by Kannada activists, who view it as a commendable step towards enhancing employment opportunities for Kannadigas. They emphasize the importance of ensuring that private enterprises, which receive subsidies funded by taxpayers, prioritize the employment of local talent.
Kannada activist Chetan Jeeral appreciates the government’s initiative, highlighting the abundance of talent within Karnataka. While acknowledging the occasional recruitment of individuals from other states for specific roles, Jeeral believes that the state possesses a wealth of skilled individuals capable of fulfilling various job requirements.
This recent move by the Karnataka government follows the adoption of a law mandating that commercial establishments display 60% of their signage in Kannada. The Kannada Language Comprehensive Development (Amendment) Bill was passed by the Karnataka Assembly, reflecting the state’s commitment to promoting the use of the Kannada language.
This legislative action was prompted by protests and instances of vandalism in Bengaluru, where pro-Kannada groups targeted signboards not complying with the 60-40 Kannada language rule. The government’s efforts underscore its dedication to preserving and promoting Kannada language and culture across various domains.
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