<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>The Karnataka government has released Rs 244.10 crore to cover additional expenses under the Annabhagya scheme for transporting rice and other food grains due to lorry owners going on strike.</li><li>The allocated amount is in addition to a previous grant of Rs 2,082.99 crore for purchasing extra rice per beneficiary, with Rs 21.79 crore remaining unutilized from the earlier allocation.</li><li>The funds are specifically designated for covering wholesale, retail margins, and transportation charges, excluding rice procurement costs, for the financial year 2025–26.</li><li>The State Lorry Owners' Association declared an indefinite strike over non-payment of dues, prompting political leaders to criticize the delay in clearing payments and urging the government to address the situation promptly.</li></ul>

Karnataka Government Releases Rs 244 Crore As Truckers Go On Strike

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