Holding a Rally Without Permission? New Karnataka Bill Proposes Jail Term Karnataka's proposed new rules for using public spaces have sparked heated debate about the state government's intentions.
The Karnataka Regulation of Use of Government Premises and Public Property Bill, 2026, promises a "common framework" for public gatherings but takes a heavy handed approach to policing protests and rallies.
The bill proposes a blanket ban on holding large social gatherings without prior permission from the government.