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Karnataka Minister Calls for 'Tips' to Officials, Sparks Public and BJP Debate
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🗓 21 Sep 2026, 03:37 PM
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A Karnataka minister has urged citizens to give tips to officials, a move that has prompted questions about post‑salary payments and drew criticism from the BJP.
The Karnataka government minister said that citizens should offer tips to public officials as a gesture of appreciation for their services. He added that such tips would be an additional incentive beyond the official salaries. The statement has sparked debate among the public, with many questioning the propriety of accepting extra payments after receiving a salary. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has criticized the move, arguing that it could lead to a culture of bribery and undermine public trust. The minister has not yet responded to the BJP’s remarks.