MUDA ‘scam’

September 24, 2024 3:57 PM

Setback for Karnataka CM Siddaramiah as HC dismisses plea challenging Governor’s sanction for prosecution in MUDA case

The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday dismissed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's petition challenging the sanction granted by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot for an investigation into alleged illegalities in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site allotment case. The case revolves around accusations that MUDA illegally allotted 14 prime sites in Mysuru to Siddaramaiah's wife. The Governor had granted approval for the probe following applications from Bengaluru-based activists Pradeep Kumar S...

Karnataka Governor approves prosecution of CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA ‘scam’

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has approved the prosecution of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam, as confirmed by Raj Bhavan sources on Saturday. The decision, which has sparked controversy, will now face a legal challenge as the Karnataka government plans to move the High Court against the Governor's sanction. The Governor's Secretariat issued an order on August 17, stating, "As directed by the Hon'ble Governor, I ...