Nasscom dismayed, concerned about Karnataka’s quota-for-locals bill; urges state to withdraw it

New Delhi: Apex IT industry body Nasscom has expressed deep disappointment and concern over Karnataka’s quota-for-locals bill mandating reservation for locals in private sector, and has exhorted the state government to withdraw the bill. Nasscom’s strong note of dissent assumes significance as it adds to the growing chorus of top industry voices, which have warned that the legislation would erode the state’s edge in technology, and reverse the progress made so far.

The IT industry body has sought an urgent meeting with state authorities to discuss the concerns and “prevent the state’s progress from being derailed”, the association said.