Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar warned of action against Congress MLA HR Gaviyappa for questioning the financial strain of poll guarantees. Shivakumar reiterated the government's commitment to the schemes while Gaviyappa suggested dropping some to ease the burden. Shivakumar also announced his travel to Delhi for Mahadayi project discussions and to attend Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's swearing-in.