Karnataka Govt revises rules for service delays, imposes fines on officials and citizens

The Karnataka government has revised rules regarding service delays and false complaints under the 'Karnataka Speedy Services (Amendment) Act, 2026'. The government has issued a notification revising the compensation amount for officials delaying services and the fine amount for citizens filing malicious complaints. Under the new revised rates, officials can be fined up to ₹1,500 for failing to provide services or dispose of appeals within the stipulated time. Furthermore, citizens filing false or harassing complaints can face a fine of ₹1,500 per application if proven malicious during investigation.