DK Shivakumar promises increased grants for Karnataka Urdu Academy; discusses minority community concerns

At the Town Hall in Bengaluru, Chief Minister D K Shivakumar promised to increase grants for the Karnataka Urdu Academy. Speaking after the academy’s annual awards ceremony and book release, he stated that a separate meeting would be held next week to discuss issues faced by minority communities. He also addressed the demand for additional grants, saying the government’s support would be extended after reviewing the requirements.