BENGALURU, 30 JUNE

The Karnataka Defence Forum (Karave) (KDF) has called for a massive Statewide protest on Monday to demand compulsory employment reservations for Kannadigas in the private sector. The protest, scheduled from 11 am to 4 pm, will take place at Freedom Park in Bengaluru.

KDF protest led by TA Narayana Gowda said the protest aims to implement the recommendations of the Sarojini Mahishi Report, which advocates for employment reservations for Kannadigas in the private sector. The growing influx of migrants from other States into the City has reportedly led to fewer job opportunities for Kannadigas.

Gowda noted that the KDF is prepared for a large-scale movement. He stated, "Simultaneous demonstrations will be observed in all districts across the State. KDF is determined to fight for comprehensive legislation to protect employment for Kannadigas. We must act now to secure our rights and ensure fair employment opportunities for the local population.

Key demands for Kannadigas

1. Implementing employment reservations in accordance with the Industrial Employment Standing Order Act of 1946

2. Reserving 70 per cent of C and D grade posts in private firms

3. Allocating 80 per cent of other private sector jobs

4. Defining a Kannadiga as someone who has lived in the state for 15 years and whose mother tongue is Kannada.

5. Revoking the licenses of non-compliant organisations and withdrawing government land and privileges from them, while filing criminal cases against them.

6. Ensuring 70 per cent reservation for Kannadigas in State government agencies and public sector jobs.

7. Reserving 75 per cent of C and D grade posts in central government departments for Kannadigas.

8. Making a 70 per cent reservation for Kannadigas in other central government employment categories.

9. Taking action against officers who fail to enforce reservations for Kannadigas as per the proposed law.

10. Empowering the Kannada Authority to enforce these laws effectively. Salar News