Scandal at MUDA: Siddaramaiah Faces Complaints

A special court has postponed the hearing of two complaints against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah regarding the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam. The matter involves alleged illegal land acquisition by Siddaramaiah’s wife. Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has issued a show-cause notice to the CM, which the Karnataka cabinet recommends withdrawing.

A special court on Tuesday adjourned the hearing of two private complaints lodged against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) alternative site allotment scandal.

The court is currently assessing the admissibility of the private complaints filed by activists Snehamayi Krishna and T.J. Abraham. The case filed by Krishna has been rescheduled for August 20, while Abraham's petition will be reviewed on August 21.

The scandal revolves around claims that Siddaramaiah's wife received alternative sites in an affluent locale as part of an alleged illegal acquisition of agricultural land in Kesarur, Mysuru city. Siddaramaiah has denied these allegations. Meanwhile, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has issued a show-cause notice to the Chief Minister, asking why permission should not be granted to prosecute him. In response, the Karnataka cabinet has strongly recommended that the governor withdraw his notice.

(With inputs from agencies.)