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Police Probe Alleged Sting Video Targeting Former Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
✍️ India Today
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 07:17 AM
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Karnataka police have opened an investigation into a sting video that allegedly targets former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, with no evidence yet confirming the authenticity of the footage.
A video circulating on social media purports to show former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in a compromising situation, prompting police to launch an inquiry.
The Karnataka Police have formally opened a case to verify the authenticity of the footage and to determine whether any defamation laws have been breached.
No official statement has been released by Siddaramaiah’s office regarding the allegations.
Under Indian law, such videos can lead to criminal proceedings if they are found to be fabricated or defamatory, and the police will file charges if evidence supports the claims.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have urged the public to refrain from spreading unverified content.
The Karnataka Police have formally opened a case to verify the authenticity of the footage and to determine whether any defamation laws have been breached.
No official statement has been released by Siddaramaiah’s office regarding the allegations.
Under Indian law, such videos can lead to criminal proceedings if they are found to be fabricated or defamatory, and the police will file charges if evidence supports the claims.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have urged the public to refrain from spreading unverified content.