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Karnataka Minister and Daughter Searched by Probe Agency, Congress Protests
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🗓 09 Sep 2026, 02:03 PM
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A probe agency conducted searches on a Karnataka minister and his daughter, prompting protests from the Congress party.
The enforcement wing of a central investigative agency carried out a search operation on a sitting minister from Karnataka and his minor daughter at their residence. Officials entered the premises early on Wednesday, seizing documents and electronic devices as part of an ongoing inquiry, though the exact nature of the investigation was not disclosed.
The minister, who heads a key portfolio in the state cabinet, has not publicly commented on the search, and his office released a brief statement saying the family is cooperating with authorities. The probe agency, identified as the Central Bureau of Investigation, has been probing several high‑profile cases across the country, and this latest action adds to the scrutiny on state officials.
In response, senior leaders of the Indian National Congress staged a protest outside the minister's office, accusing the agency of political targeting and demanding a transparent inquiry. Party spokespersons urged the government to ensure due process and called for an immediate review of the operation.
Political analysts note that the incident could intensify already volatile state politics, with opposition parties likely to leverage the episode ahead of upcoming elections. The situation remains fluid as both the probe agency and the minister's office are expected to release further details in the coming days.
The minister, who heads a key portfolio in the state cabinet, has not publicly commented on the search, and his office released a brief statement saying the family is cooperating with authorities. The probe agency, identified as the Central Bureau of Investigation, has been probing several high‑profile cases across the country, and this latest action adds to the scrutiny on state officials.
In response, senior leaders of the Indian National Congress staged a protest outside the minister's office, accusing the agency of political targeting and demanding a transparent inquiry. Party spokespersons urged the government to ensure due process and called for an immediate review of the operation.
Political analysts note that the incident could intensify already volatile state politics, with opposition parties likely to leverage the episode ahead of upcoming elections. The situation remains fluid as both the probe agency and the minister's office are expected to release further details in the coming days.