Karnataka to repeal parks bill a week after passage amid public outrage

The state cabinet of Karnataka confirmed that the parks legislation, which was approved by the assembly only a week ago, will be withdrawn. The decision comes after a wave of public dissent, with environmental groups and citizens taking to the streets to voice concerns over the bill's provisions. Officials said the move aims to address the "outrage" expressed across the state and to revisit the policy in consultation with stakeholders. No timeline for a revised draft has been provided, but the withdrawal signals a responsive shift in the government's approach to the controversy. The episode underscores the impact of civil society pressure on state-level policymaking in India.