Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has accused the BJP of attempting to dislodge his government through money power and Operation Kamala. This comes after the temple trust released a video that allegedly shows Siddaramaiah asking for a bribe. A massive security deployment has been made outside the CM's residence in Bengaluru after the High Court dismissed his petition.
The Karnataka High Court has dismissed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's petition challenging Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's approval for an investigation against him in the alleged irregularities in the allotment of 14 sites to his wife by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority. The High Court stated that the facts presented in the petition require investigation as the beneficiary of the actions is the Chief Minister's own family. Siddaramaiah has vowed to face the investigation and has blamed the BJP and JD(S) for creating trouble for him. The Governor had given the approval for investigation in response to complaints submitted by citizens under the Prevention of Corruption Act and Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita.
The Karnataka High Court dismissed CM Siddaramaiah's petition, challenging the governor's approval for an investigation in the alleged MUDA scam. The CM, however, refused to resign and vowed to fight back against the BJP and JDS' conspiracy to destabilize his government. He expressed confidence in his support from the Congress high command and the people of Karnataka in the face of political retaliation. However, the BJP has demanded his resignation, citing the HC ruling that the governor's approval was lawful.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah faces setback as his petition challenging Governor's order in MUDA scam is dismissed by High Court. In response, CM claims he will not shy away from any investigation and will consult legal experts to decide on next course of action. High Court's order has been rejected and CM expresses confidence in getting it nullified.
After a high-profile investigation, the Karnataka High Court has ruled in favor of Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot's order to prosecute Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for his alleged involvement in the MUDA land scam case. In response, the BJP has demanded his resignation, calling it a "slap on the Congress government" and asserting that they have no intention of toppling the state government. The ruling is seen as a major setback for the Congress in the lead up to the state assembly elections.
Amid allegations of land allotment irregularities, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah faces prosecution from Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot. These accusations and the Chief Minister's rebuttal have sparked a heated debate, with his 40-year political career now being scrutinized closely. However, a civil society group has taken a different approach, promoting unity and understanding among different communities through a friendly football match.
The Karnataka High Court has ordered the special court for people's representatives to defer its proceedings against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in an alleged land allotment scam until August 29. Siddaramaiah had petitioned the HC challenging the legality of Governor Gehlot's sanction order against him, and the ruling Congress party has criticized the Governor's actions while the BJP has demanded the CM's resignation. Siddaramaiah has vowed to fight the matter legally and politically, stating that such battles give him enthusiasm and passion.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court, challenging the decision of Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot to prosecute him in an alleged land scam case. The case relates to Siddaramaiah and nine others allegedly forging documents to claim compensation from Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA). The petition also highlights the timing of the Governor's order, which came on Independence Day and is seen as a politically motivated move. Congress leaders have requested the President to intervene and withdraw the permission for prosecution.
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.
Karnataka's CM Siddaramaiah has responded to Governor Gehlot's approval of his prosecution in the MUDA land scam case, calling it unconstitutional. He has stated that there is no evidence against him and the decision will be challenged in court. The complaint, filed by activists Pradeep Kumar, TJ Abraham, and Snehamayi Krishna, accuses Siddaramaiah, his wife, and senior officials of involvement in the illegal allotment of 14 sites in Mysuru. The CM has alleged that this is a conspiracy by opposition parties to overthrow the democratically elected government.