Bangalore: After a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss crucial issues concerning Karnataka's development, Chief Minister K Siddaramaiah on Saturday submitted a detailed letter to the Prime Minister, outlining key demands and priorities for the state's progress.

The Karnataka CM announced this through a social media post on X, stating, "Chief Minister Shri @siddaramaiah submitted a detailed letter to Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi highlighting key demands and priorities for Karnataka's development. Anticipating constructive collaboration for the progress of our state. The Chief Minister @siddaramaiah met the Prime Minister @narendramodi."

In another post on X, Siddaramaiah provided details of his meeting with the Prime Minister, saying, "Chief Minister Shri @siddaramaiah had a constructive meeting with Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in Delhi today. Key issues concerning Karnataka's development and progress were discussed. Committed to working together for the state's growth and prosperity."

During the meeting, Siddaramaiah requested the approval of several important projects for the state, including the Mekedatu Dam Project, the Bhadra Upper Bank Project, and the Kalasa Banduri Drinking Water Project.

He elaborated, "The Chief Minister @siddaramaiah met the Prime Minister @narendramodi today and requested approval of important projects of the state. The approval of the Rs 9,000 crore Mekedatu Dam Project, which will provide drinking water to Bangalore city and generate 400 MW of electricity, is pending from the Central Water Commission, and the Prime Minister was requested to take personal interest in the said project."

The CM also urged the Prime Minister to expedite the release of Rs 5,300 crore for the Bhadra Upper Bank Project, as announced in the Central Government Budget 2023-2024, and to facilitate the quick settlement of the Kalasa Banduri Drinking Water Project. "The problem of drinking water will be solved due to Mahadai Yojana, a long-time dream project of the people of Kittoor Karnataka region," he added.

Additionally, Siddaramaiah requested funds for the construction of a tunnel to help decongest Bangalore city, proposing a collaboration between the Karnataka government and the Central National Highway Authority. "3,000 crore for the 60 km tunnel to decongest Bangalore city, the project has several benefits. This tunnel connecting National Highway 7 to National Highway 4 could be carried out by the Government of Karnataka in collaboration with the Central National Highway Authority, and a request was made to grant funds to the State Government and NHAI through the Central Budget," the CM's office posted on X.

The CM also highlighted the need for funding to enhance public transport infrastructure. "To increase the demand for public transport, Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation has submitted a DPR of Rs. 15,611 crore for the construction of 44.65 km of Metro 3rd phase to the Central Government, pending the approval of the Union Cabinet. Requested for approval as soon as possible. The state government has approved the construction of 73.04 km long Ashtapatha Peripheral Ring Road under private public partnership. The Chief Minister @siddaramaiah requested the Prime Minister @narendramodi to earmark the necessary funds in the Union Budget."

Furthermore, Siddaramaiah requested a special grant of Rs 6,000 crore, recommended by the 15th Finance Commission for the period 2021-26, for the development of lakes and the peripheral ring road. He also urged the central government to match the state's grant of Rs 3,000 crore for the development of seven districts of Kalyan Karnataka and to increase the grant provided under the development aspiring district program, facilitating the inclusion of new programs in the scheme.

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