Eye on RSS, Karnataka cabinet clears bill to curb events at public spaces

A new bill requires prior government approval for private events on state property. This legislation aims to regulate gatherings and replace an earlier executive order. The Karnataka government insists the bill targets no specific organization or political party. It will apply to all public gatherings, including RSS

The Karnataka Cabinet has approved the Karnataka Regulation of Use of Government Premises and Public Property Bill, 2026, Home Minister Priyank Kharge said.

The Finance Department, citing higher expenditure on implementing revised minimum wages, had opposed it