Karnataka High Court Rejects PIL for State Flag

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation seeking approval for a separate state flag. The court, led by Chief Justice NV Anjaria, ruled that such grievances do not fall under its jurisdiction. Advocate Umapathi S argued that an expert committee once explored the flag's possibility.

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a public interest litigation (PIL) that sought the approval for a state-specific flag. The court asserted that such matters lie beyond its jurisdiction.

A division bench, helmed by Chief Justice NV Anjaria along with Justice K V Aravind, emphasized that issues of this kind do not fall under public interest jurisdiction.

Advocate Umapathi S argued on behalf of the petitioner, noting that the state government previously formed an expert committee, including noted writers, to consider the feasibility of a Karnataka state flag upon his request.

(With inputs from agencies.)