Karnataka MLA MT Krishnappa sparked controversy in the state Assembly on Tuesday after he demanded that the state government should give two liquor bottles for free to all men every week.

and free bus travel. That’s our money anyway. So, to those who drink, give them two bottles of liquor free every week. Let them drink. How can we give them (men) money every month?” ...

Citing Karnataka's welfare schemes for women, JD(S) MLA MT Krishnappa proposed two free liquor bottles for men in the state. His remarks sparked backlash from Congress leaders and women legislators.

JD(S) lawmaker MT Krishnappa suggested giving two free bottles of liquor per week to men, arguing that the government already provides benefits like free electricity and bus travel for women.