Bengaluru, April 8 -- A fresh political controversy has erupted in Karnataka after the Election Commission of India intervened to halt the distribution of funds under the state government's flagship welfare initiatives during the election period, citing possible violations of the model code of conduct.
The Commission's action has effectively put brakes on the Congress-led government's "guarantee schemes," including Griha Lakshmi, Yuva Nidhi, Shakti, Griha Jyoti, and Anna Bhagya, which have been central to the ruling party's governance pitch.
The move comes ahead of by-elections, where voter sentiment around welfare delivery is considered politically significant.
According to official communication, the Election Commission has raised conc...