Bommai welcomes SIT probe into Dharmasthala case, demands time-bound, unbiased investigation
Bengaluru: Former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has welcomed the state government's decision to constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the alleged serial murders in Dharmasthala. However, he stressed that the investigation must be conducted within a stipulated timeframe and adhere strictly to legal norms.
Speaking to the media on Monday, Bommai cautioned that the SIT should not function with a predetermined target in mind. "The people of Dharmasthala and the local police are well aware of the region. The complainants have alleged that they were under pressure. The source of that pressure must be investigated," he said.
Bommai further stressed that police should act responsibly and take appropriate legal action in connection with the incidents at Dharmasthala. "Dharmasthala is a historic and revered temple. Undermining public faith in such an institution must be strictly avoided," he said.
On a separate issue, Bommai criticised the state government for issuing tax notices to small and micro traders. He accused Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of deflecting responsibility by blaming the Centre. "The notices have shocked small traders, but instead of addressing the issue, the Chief Minister is trying to wash his hands of it," Bommai alleged.
Commenting on internal developments within the ruling Congress party, Bommai predicted significant political shifts in the coming days. "No matter what anyone says, these changes are inevitable," he claimed. Responding to speculation about efforts to unite former ministers Sriramulu and Janardhan Reddy, Bommai dismissed it, stating that the trio has always shared a strong understanding.
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J'khand: 4 minors detained for 'raping' girl at birthday party
Ranchi (PTI): Four minors were detained for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl at a birthday party in Jharkhand’s Ranchi, police said on Saturday.
The incident took place on March 31 within the Namkum police station limits. An FIR in this regard was lodged on April 16 based on the girl’s statement, they said.
“All five, including the victim, were friends, and the girl had gone to attend the birthday party of one of those detained. At the party, the accused consumed alcohol and allegedly raped her,” said Ramnarayan Singh, the officer in-charge of Namkum police station.
“The four, aged between 15 and 17 years, have been detained and the medical examination of the girl is underway,” Singh said.
Further investigation is underway.
