Karnataka Budget 2026: 38 lakh farmers to get interest-free loans

The Karnataka Budget 2026 brings major relief for farmers, announcing ₹30,000 crore in zero-interest agricultural loans for 38 lakh farmers this financial year. The government has also allocated ₹100 crore under the Market Intervention Scheme to support maize growers hit by falling prices, along with plans to digitalise cooperative societies and strengthen agricultural infrastructure.