Karnataka High Court Allows Investigation into MUDA Scam Involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah
The Karnataka High Court has dismissed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s petition challenging Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s approval for an investigation into the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam. The court’s decision allows a preliminary investigation to proceed.
Ministers’ Reactions
State ministers have expressed their commitment to conducting a thorough investigation. HK Patil stated, “The verdict is very clear. The permission for prosecution was rejected, and permission has been given by the high court for investigation. The government will not shy away from conducting a probe.”
Another minister, Krishna Byre Gowda, added, “If there is any wrongdoing, it will come out in the preliminary investigation. The high court has specifically set aside the permission for prosecution that was illegally given by the governor.”
Chief Minister’s Response
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, accused of illegal site allotments to his wife, responded by saying he is not afraid of the BJP and JD(S) conspiracy. He plans to discuss the matter with legal experts and ministers to decide on the next steps. “They might have succeeded in the past, but not this time. It is not a prosecution. I will discuss with legal experts & ministers how to fight this, and take a further call. We will not be scared of BJP and JD(S) conspiracy, as well as that of the Governor’s office. People have blessed us. I have their blessing. I also have the high command and party leaders backing me,” he said.
Doubts Revealed
Karnataka High Court -: The Karnataka High Court is a big building where judges work. They make important decisions about laws and rules in the state of Karnataka.
MUDA Scam -: MUDA stands for Mysore Urban Development Authority. A scam means someone did something wrong or illegal. So, the MUDA scam is about some bad things happening with land or buildings in Mysore.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah -: Siddaramaiah is a leader who was in charge of the state of Karnataka. He is called the Chief Minister, which is like being the boss of the state.
Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot -: The Governor is a person who represents the President of India in a state. Thaawarchand Gehlot is the name of the Governor of Karnataka.
HK Patil and Krishna Byre Gowda -: HK Patil and Krishna Byre Gowda are important people in the government of Karnataka. They help make decisions and run the state.
Illegal site allotments -: Illegal site allotments mean giving away land or plots in a way that is not allowed by the law. It is like breaking the rules to give land to someone.
Legal experts -: Legal experts are people who know a lot about laws and rules. They help others understand and fight legal problems.
Conspiracies -: Conspiracies are secret plans made by people to do something wrong or harmful. It is like a secret plot to cause trouble.