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Karnataka CM Shivakumar seeks Centre’s help on farm loan waiver
Sep-04-2026

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar urged the Centre to waive farm loans in view of the drought situation in the state and called upon BJP leaders to join him in raising the demand in New Delhi.

Ahead of his visit to drought-affected areas in Bagalkote and Vijayanagar districts, Shivakumar said, ‘You have seen the kind of politics being played by the BJP and JD(S). They are not being given an opportunity to discuss the farmers’ issues and the situation on the ground, and to seek even some relief for them. That is why we have kept a special session because the MLAs, including MLAs from their parties, were coming to me and expressing their concerns.’ He called on the Central Government to provide adequate funds, stating, ‘The Central Government should provide the necessary funds and assistance. Now, we have to take an all-party decision and move forward.’

Referring to BJP Karnataka state president BY Vijayendra’s call for a farm loan waiver, Shivakumar challenged BJP leaders to accompany him to Delhi to press for this demand. Shivakumar said, ‘Vijayendra has said that there should be a loan waiver. Certainly, the Central Government should take responsibility for a loan waiver. The Prime Minister himself has said that this is a drought situation. So, Vijayendra, R Ashoka, and all the other BJP leaders should come with me to Delhi and demand that the Central Government waive the farmers’ loans. They have every right to make such a demand’. 

The Karnataka CM also defended his government's decision to withdraw the contentious Parks Bill, which permits 5% of park and garden land for public infrastructure and utility projects, stating the move was meant to facilitate a debate and make people aware of its objectives. He criticised the BJP for claiming victory over the Bill's withdrawal, calling the party ‘anti-development’ and saying it was responsible for any ‘curse’ facing Bengaluru.

Karnataka Deputy CM G Parameshwara announced that the state Cabinet has decided to convene a special Assembly session on September 21, 22, and 23 to discuss the drought situation, the related agrarian crisis and the Kasturirangan report on the proposed Western Ghats eco-sensitive zone.

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