Bengaluru, July 20 -- In a major citizen-centric push, Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Monday announced free doorstep delivery of caste certificates across Karnataka and delegated powers to Deputy Tahsildars to issue permanent residence certificates to reduce delays.

Launching the initiatives, the CM said they mark a new chapter in the state's administrative history by bringing governance closer to people through technology and simplified processes.

"This is not merely about distributing certificates. It is about protecting the identity and voice of every citizen in a democracy. Our objective is to ensure that government services reach the people instead of people having to run from one government office to another," Shivaku...