Karnataka Government Increases Fees for Birth and Death Certificates by 40%

Karnataka Government Increases Fees: The Karnataka government has announced a 40% hike in fees for birth and death certificates, making it more expensive for citizens to obtain these essential documents.

New Fee Structure & Implementation

The fee for obtaining birth and death certificates has been increased by 40% across the state.
The revised charges will be applicable in all municipal corporations and local governing bodies in Karnataka.
Official notifications regarding the new rates will be published soon.

Government’s Justification for the Fee Hike

State officials claim that the fee hike is necessary to:

Cover rising administrative costs.
Improve digital infrastructure for faster and more efficient service delivery.
Streamline the certificate issuance process.

Public Reaction & Concerns

Many citizens have expressed dissatisfaction over the increased charges, calling it an additional financial burden.
Social organizations and opposition parties are demanding a rollback of the decision.
Critics argue that during times of economic hardship, the government should not impose higher fees on essential services.

Next Steps & Possible Changes

The implementation date for the new fees will be announced soon.
Public protests and political opposition may pressure the government to reconsider its decision.