The action was taken just hours after the Karnataka Cabinet approved the law that called for the recruitment of Kannadigas to 75% of non-management and 50% of management jobs in the private sector.
The Karnataka government has put on hold a bill mandating reservations for locals in the private sector after a huge backlash from the industry. The government will have a relook at the bill before it is tabled in the state Assembly. This came hours after the state cabinet cleared the bill, which proposed appointment of Kannadigas to 50 per cent of management positions and 75 per cent of non-management positions in the private sector.
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Leading his ministers in applauding the measure, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah described his administration as “pro-Kannada”. According to him, “looking after the welfare of Kannadigas” was their top goal.
The IT sector, however, objected to the proposal, claiming that the measure will negatively affect jobs and impede the development of Bengaluru’s tech sector.
“Nasscom members are seriously concerned about the provisions of this bill and urge the state government to withdraw the bill,” stated the software association Nasscom in a release. Particularly at a time when more global corporations (GCCs) are seeking to invest in the state, the bill’s provisions pose a threat to undo this progress, drive away businesses, and hinder entrepreneurs.”
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“In today’s highly competitive landscape, knowledge-led businesses will locate where talent is as attracting skilled workers is crucial for success… For states to become a key technology hub a dual strategy is key – magnet for best talent worldwide and focuses investment in building a strong talent pool within the state through formal and vocational channels,” it added.
Speaking about the bill, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said, “The Congress came to power in Karnataka to uphold the dignity of the Kannadigas–be it the issue of signboards of private establishments, the Kannada flag, Kannada language, culture, documents or specific percentage of reservation in jobs for Kannadigas.”
However, after backlash from the industry, Shivakumar adopted a softer tone on the issue. “We will discuss with them…. We are more worried than both the employer and the employee. We will see where we can accommodate Kannadigas,” he said.
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Another state minister, Priyank Kharge, said, “The bill has been brought in by the labour department. They are yet to consult with the industry, the Minister of Industry, and the Department of Information Technology. I am sure that before coming up with the rules of the bill, they will have due consultations with the respective ministries and, more importantly, a wider consultation with the industry.”
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