Karnataka Industries Minister jumps to douse fire as top industrialists slam bill for jobs for locals

Karnataka's Industry & Infrastructure Minister MB Patil rushed to address concerns over a proposed bill to provide quotas for Kannadigas in the private sector, amidst backlash from industry leaders. Biocon founder Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw emphasised the need for skilled talent without hindering the state's tech industry. Former Infosys director TV Mohandas Pai criticized the bill as discriminatory and regressive. Assocham co-chairman RK Mishra slammed the bill as detrimental to the Indian IT sector. Patil assured that the bill will be reviewed in consultation with key ministers to protect the interests of Kannadigas and industries.