A major political row has erupted in Karnataka over the introduction of a new software charge in property tax. The state government has introduced a levy of ₹200 for residential properties and ₹1,000 for commercial buildings. The Bharatiya Janata Party has strongly questioned the new tax component, seeking a cost breakup and demanding public accountability. The opposition asked why citizens should separately fund the government software system, urging the administration to either justify the utilization of the money or withdraw the charge immediately. The issue has triggered sharp criticism over added financial burdens on taxpayers amid ongoing civic concerns.
