The Karnataka Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has passed a resolution requesting the Union government to release Rs 5,000 crore annually for the development of the Kalyana Karnataka region, which has not received any financial support since the introduction of Article 371(J) in 2012. Siddaramaiah highlighted that the state government has committed Rs 5,000 crore for 2024-25 and has approved a total of Rs 12,692 crore for various projects, including a Rs 7,200 crore drinking water initiative for Bidar and Kalaburagi. The Cabinet also plans to fill 17,439 vacant positions in the region and establish a separate secretariat for more effective governance. Additionally, efforts to enhance healthcare infrastructure and upgrade local municipalities into corporations were discussed. The resolution coincided with the celebration of Kalyana Karnataka Liberation Day, underscoring the region's historical significance and ongoing developmental needs.