Kumaraswamy urges Amit Shah to initate inquiry into IPS officer M Chandra Sekhar’s conduct
Urges him to transfer MUDA scam probe to central agencies
New Delhi: Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, urging the transfer of the investigation into the MUDA scam involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to central agencies. In his letter, Kumaraswamy expressed concerns over the impartiality of the ongoing probe by the Karnataka Lokayukta, highlighting the involvement of IPS officer M Chandra Sekhar, ADGP SIT in the Lokayukta, whom he accused of being closely aligned with the Congress-led state government.
Kumaraswamy alleged that M Chandra Sekhar, who responded to his recent press conference with what he described as an abusive letter, is part of a broader conspiracy to shield the Chief Minister and other Congress leaders from corruption allegations. He questioned the officer’s conduct and sought an independent departmental inquiry into his actions, adding that Chandra Sekhar’s prolonged tenure in Karnataka, which is not his parent cadre, should also be scrutinized.
Kumaraswamy pointed out that after the officer’s letter, there is little hope for an impartial investigation by the Lokayukta, as it demonstrated the officer’s allegiance to the ruling regime. He called for the central government’s intervention to ensure a fair probe, suggesting that the investigation be handled by central agencies to maintain transparency and integrity.
The JD(S) leader also attached a copy of M Chandra Sekhar’s letter and provided a link to the video of his press conference held in Bengaluru on September 28, where he outlined his concerns regarding the conspiracy against the Governor's office and the alleged nexus between senior police officers and Congress leaders.
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KSCA expresses disappointment over missing IPL playoffs, says it was ready to host matches in B’luru
Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) has issued a clarification stating that it was fully prepared to host the IPL playoffs and final matches in Bengaluru but the fixtures were allotted to other venues.
In a media note, KSCA said it was disappointed with the decision. The association stated that its president, former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad, had been in touch with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and had formally conveyed the association’s readiness and interest in hosting the matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
KSCA said the IPL matches held in Bengaluru this season were appreciated for smooth conduct, crowd management and overall experience for spectators. It said this reflected its ability to handle high-profile matches.
The association also stated that it had sent a detailed communication to the BCCI explaining its preparedness and the operational arrangements followed during the current IPL season. According to KSCA, these systems have been in place since the start of the Indian Premier League in 2008 and were followed consistently, including during previous playoff matches hosted in Bengaluru.
The clarification added that the communication sent to the BCCI was only meant to provide factual and operational details and to bring clarity on logistical and stakeholder-related requirements involved in hosting such matches.
KSCA said that although it had shown willingness and preparedness, the BCCI has decided to allocate the playoff matches to other venues. It added that the reasons for this decision have not been formally shared with the association, but it respects the authority of the board in taking such decisions.
The association further said it remains ready to host matches of national and international importance and will continue to cooperate with the BCCI, franchises, government authorities and other stakeholders for conducting cricket events.
The statement was issued by KSCA official spokesperson Vinay Mruthyunjaya, who also thanked the media and cricket fans for their continued support.
