Karnataka govt to support training of priests in 34,000 rural temples: CM ShivakumarBengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Organise a three-month training programme for these priests, and the government will provide all the necessary support required for it,” Shivakumar said. Questioning whether knowledge should remain confined to a few individuals, the Chief Minister encouraged experienced priests to share their expertise with others. The Chief Minister reiterated that the government remains committed to preserving temple traditions while extending institutional support to priests and religious institutions across Karnataka. Shivakumar appealed to temple priests to support the Congress government, saying it had fulfilled its promises and implemented welfare measures unmatched by previous administrations.