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Karnataka to Draft Legal Framework for State Flag, Says Chief Minister D K Shivakumar
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 05:46 AM
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The Karnataka government announced plans to introduce a legal framework to formalise the use of an official state flag, with Chief Minister D K Shivakumar outlining the initiative.
In a statement released on Thursday, the Karnataka government said it will draft a legal framework to formalise the use of an official state flag. The initiative, announced by Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, aims to provide a distinct symbol for the state in official functions and public events.
The proposed framework will outline the design, usage guidelines, and the institutions authorised to display the flag. By codifying the flag’s status, the government hopes to strengthen Karnataka’s identity and promote unity among its citizens.
The draft is slated for presentation to the state legislature for debate and approval. Once enacted, the law will grant the flag legal standing and regulate its display in public and private spaces.
Political leaders and cultural groups have welcomed the move, viewing a state flag as a source of pride and a rallying point for Karnataka’s diverse communities.
The proposed framework will outline the design, usage guidelines, and the institutions authorised to display the flag. By codifying the flag’s status, the government hopes to strengthen Karnataka’s identity and promote unity among its citizens.
The draft is slated for presentation to the state legislature for debate and approval. Once enacted, the law will grant the flag legal standing and regulate its display in public and private spaces.
Political leaders and cultural groups have welcomed the move, viewing a state flag as a source of pride and a rallying point for Karnataka’s diverse communities.