1. An invitation to join us in making Karnataka the
nation’s leading state.
Loksatta Party
government BY the people
2. Not many years ago, Karnataka was considered among the best
states in the country. We had an abundance of natural blessings, a
flourishing science and technology industry, proven leadership in
politics and administration, and much more. As a result, we were
the cradle of a flourishing intellectual and cultural life.
Today, we have slipped from that high pedestal. Several rounds of
government by Congress, JDS and BJP have proved unsuccessful LOKSATTA
one after the other, and today we have reached a situation where
the greatness of the past seems like a distant memory. The ugly
word ‘corruption’ is everywhere around us.
It is up to us, the people of this great State, to restore the
greatness that has been lost. We must achieve this progress
together, and we must do this in all aspects of public life - in our
economy, society, government, and much more.
Join us, in this journey of PROGRESS.
3. Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan (Dr. JP),
National President of Loksatta party
Dr. JP is a very rare public leader, particularly in current
times. Through his sincerity and single-minded
dedication to public service he has improved the lives of
lakhs of people all over the country.
Born and brought up in a village, educated in a govt.
school but through dedicated hard-work he went on to
top the IAS examination. After diligently working as a
public servant for 16 years, he gave up all powers and
committed his life to the service of the people.
Under his leadership, Loksatta party has continually
fought for the progress of the people by ensuring
farmers get good price for produce, for better services
for the poor, envisioning urban development and
empowering people with information.
5. economic PROGRESS
A comprehensive government-supported agricultural
insurance programme to cover farmers against weather
risks and market price fluctuations.
One agri-clinic for every 3000 acres of land where
farmers can get guidance on adoption of organic farming
methods, along with access to high-quality seeds, natural
and other pesticides, free soil-testing and market
information.
12 hours of three-phase uninterrupted power supply to
every village in Karnataka. Concessions on power rates
would be applicable for irrigation pump-sets up to a
capacity of 10 HP.
Cold storage facilities for agricultural products in every
district
Access to consumption loans to farmers, similar to those
available in cities.
good jobs, productive work, and a strong economy
6. economic PROGRESS
Local economic development strategy for all Tier2 and
Tier3 cities.
No more land acquisition by planning authorities, only
'joint development' of land so that farmers also gain along
with those who develop the land.
Easier access to bank loans for all self-employed persons
and small business owners.
Every person who wants to learn a new skill will be
provided job-related training, with industry support. There
must also be comprehensive job-search support for all
those who seek work. Mentoring and career guidance will
be introduced in high schools.
A minimum wage for all work, adjusted for cost of living in
different areas. No more exploitative labour.
good jobs, productive work, and a strong economy
7. social PROGRESS
Every police station is mandated to have at
least one women officer. All police officers will
undergo training on how to handle and register
sensitive cases.
A comprehensive program to ensure women's
safety in public transport system, including
awareness, harsher penalties for offenders, a
helpline for emergency assistance, and speedy
trial for accused.
Free education for rural girls and women at ALL
levels of education in government institutions.
Equal pay for equal work by men and women
Minimum of 30% admission to girls in all
colleges and universities.
health, education, and equality for all.
8. social PROGRESS
Comprehensive health insurance programme
covering all the poor, in association with recognised
private healthcare provides.
A scholarship programme for meritorious
economically weak and rural graduates to support
their post-graduate and doctoral education.
Education scholarship program for children each
year to attend any school of his/her parents' choice.
Vocational training in school itself from Std 9
onwards in government schools.
60,000 low-income houses will be built every year
throughout the State.
health, education, and equality for all.
9. cultural PROGRESS
Establish a Karnataka Heritage Commission to
promote awareness about the history and heritage of
different parts of the State, and to preserve
historically important places.
Establish an “Children’s Arts and Theatre Fund” to
provide learning new learning opportunities in
government schools.
Establish centers to teach Kannada as a Spoken
Language, for non-native speakers, to promote rapid
adoption of language in everyday use.
Establish a Karnataka Competitive Sports Commission
to identify and support sporting achievement across
the state, especially for children from low income
families.
promote heritage, arts and sports.
10. governance PROGRESS
Guaranteed transfer of annual funds from State Budget to all
urban and rural local bodies
Fair price shops will be managed by panchayats and local
bodies in every village and ward Transparent survey of all BPL
families - benefits ONLY to the poor.
A comprehensive Karnataka Online program to bring every
government information and documentation service online.
Compulsory Sakala for all information & documentation
services
Legislation to ensure Lokayukta is fully empowered, and the
position is never vacant.
No touts allowed in any government office. For all services,
there will be ‘assistance officers’ among government staff
itself.
FIRs by internet and phone.
local control, transparency, and time-bound services
11. governance PROGRESS
Separate planning from administration, by creating a
metropolitan planning body for all social and economic
development.
Ward Committee members in municipal corporations will be
'elected', not nominated by corporators.
All bore wells will be registered and regulated. Minimum
guaranteed levels of water quality through rigorous testing and
treatment.
Dumping Saaku – law to ensure that Bangalore and other major
cities manage municipal waste within their jurisdiction limits.
Every lake will be restored, and local communities will be
empowered to maintain and manage them.
3-meter footpaths compulsory on all 60-feet or wider roads (if
necessary, motorable space will be reduced).
Bengaluru: Karnataka’s capital, India’s best city.
12. permanent PROGRESS
The problems we face are many and
complex, and they cannot be overcome
without the full participation of every
citizen. If we take charge of our politics,
we can make sure that India is not only
the largest democracy in the world, but
also the BEST one.
Loksatta – government BY the people
13. Contact Us:
Loksatta Party, No. 1677, 17th Main,
J.P Nagar 2nd Phase, Bangalore – 560 078
9343 388 188
www.loksattakarnataka.org/
Loksatta Party
government BY the people
