Implementation of 7th pay panel depends on finances: Karnataka CM

'Implementation of the 6th Pay Commission caused a financial burden of Rs 10,508 crore,' CM said

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah. Credit: DH Photo

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah told the Legislative Council that the decision on implementation of the 7th Pay Commission's recommendations would depend on the finances of the state.

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"Implementation of the 6th Pay Commission caused a financial burden of Rs 10,508 crore. A decision on the 7th Pay Commission will be taken considering the finances of the state," Siddaramaiah stated.