Bengaluru, April 15 (NationPress) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah presented a comprehensive five-page memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, detailing a range of demands and requesting prompt intervention from the Union government regarding critical development matters.

This memorandum was delivered following the Chief Minister's reception of the Prime Minister at HAL Airport in Bengaluru during his visit to the state for an event at the Adichunchanagiri Math.

In his document, Siddaramaiah emphasized Karnataka's significant contribution to the national economy across various sectors, including information technology, manufacturing, agriculture, and services. He pointed out that despite being a substantial contributor to the national treasury, several long-standing issues affecting the state necessitate immediate attention from the centre.

Among the notable requests was the revival of the planned railway coach factory in Kolar, for which the state has already earmarked 1,123 acres. He also requested that the Bengaluru–Mysuru corridor be incorporated into the proposed high-speed rail project to enhance connectivity.

The Chief Minister advocated for the swift release of central funds for the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project and urged the initiation of the Bengaluru–Mumbai high-speed rail corridor. Furthermore, he called for the allocation of Rs 17,554 crore under the Jal Jeevan Mission and Rs 2,860 crore in outstanding grants to gram panchayats, as advised by the Finance Commission.

Addressing infrastructure concerns, Siddaramaiah noted that Karnataka has not secured any major new National Highway projects in the last 12 years and sought immediate approval for pending proposals. He also demanded Rs 5,495 crore in revenue deficit grants and an additional special grant of Rs 6,000 crore for infrastructure development in Bengaluru.

Regarding water resources, he urged for expedited approval of the Mekedatu Drinking Water Project and requested Rs 5,300 crore in central support for the Upper Bhadra Project, alongside national project status. He also called for the notification of the Krishna Water Disputes Tribunal-II award and similar status for the Upper Krishna Project (Stage III).

The memorandum further requested wildlife clearance for the Kalasa Nala Diversion Project amid the Mahadayi dispute and urged fair water allocation to Karnataka under river interlinking initiatives such as the Godavari–Cauvery link.

Additionally, Siddaramaiah appealed for the incorporation of the state’s 56 percent reservation policy into the Ninth Schedule of the Constitution and for the consideration of certain Other Backward Castes in the Central List of Scheduled Tribes.

He also requested dedicated annual funding of Rs 5,000 crore for the Kalyana Karnataka region under Article 371(J), along with the establishment of public sector units in districts of north Karnataka.

The Chief Minister additionally sought prompt clearances for the Sharavathy Pumped Storage Project and approval for the establishment of an AIIMS in Raichur to enhance healthcare accessibility.

Stating that delays in approvals and fund disbursement have resulted in a sense of inequity, Siddaramaiah emphasized that addressing these issues would bolster cooperative federalism and support Karnataka's role in India's inclusive and sustainable growth.