Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced his plans to go to the High Court on Monday after Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot approved his prosecution in the alleged 'scam' involving Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA). The prosecution was granted based on complaints by three activists. The Congress party and state Cabinet have stood by the chief minister and rejected calls for his resignation. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
Siddaramaiah's Legal Battle: CM Faces Prosecution in MUDA Scam Allegations
Background:
In 2017, three activists filed complaints against then-Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, alleging irregularities in land acquisition by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) during his tenure as Minister for Urban Development (1994-1999). The allegations included favoritism and undervaluation of land.
Current Developments:
On August 19, 2023, Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot approved the prosecution of Siddaramaiah in the MUDA scam case. The decision came after the Supreme Court rejected Siddaramaiah's plea to quash the charges.
CM's Response:
Siddaramaiah has denied any wrongdoing and has announced his plans to challenge the Governor's decision in the High Court. The Congress party and state Cabinet have expressed support for the Chief Minister and rejected calls for his resignation.
FAQs:
1. What is the MUDA scam alleged to involve? Allegations include irregular land acquisition, undervaluation of land, and favoritism in the allocation of land by MUDA during Siddaramaiah's tenure as Urban Development Minister.
2. Why has the Governor approved Siddaramaiah's prosecution? The Governor has approved the prosecution based on complaints filed by three activists. The Supreme Court rejected Siddaramaiah's plea to quash the charges.
3. What is Siddaramaiah's response to the allegations? Siddaramaiah has denied any wrongdoing and has announced his plans to challenge the Governor's decision in the High Court.
4. What is the potential impact of the case on Siddaramaiah's political career? If Siddaramaiah is convicted, he could face disqualification from the legislature and a prison sentence. However, the case is still at an early stage and the outcome remains uncertain.
5. What is the status of the case currently? Siddaramaiah is scheduled to appear in court on Monday, August 21, 2023. The High Court will hear his plea to quash the Governor's approval for prosecution.
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