The announced a second COVID-19 relief package of 500 crore, largely for the unorganised sectors impacted by the lockdown imposed in the State since April 27.
Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa said relief of 3,000 each would be given to power looms weavers, with a maximum of two workers per loom. Around 59,000 power looms are to benefit. Unorganised workers of the film and television Industry would get 3,000 each relief. This will benefit 22,000 registered workers, he said.