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Kumaraswamy Accuses Karnataka CM of Deviations in NICE Project
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 11:17 AM
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Former Karnataka CM H.D. Kumaraswamy has alleged significant deviations in the NICE project, accusing the current state chief minister of mishandling land and agreements.
The Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises (NICE) project, a flagship initiative aimed at improving connectivity between Bengaluru and the coastal region, has come under scrutiny following allegations from former Karnataka Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy.
Kumaraswamy claims that the project has strayed significantly from its original blueprint, citing discrepancies in land acquisition and contractual agreements. He argues that the deviations compromise both the project's integrity and the interests of local communities.
In a public statement, the former leader specifically targeted the current Karnataka Chief Minister, accusing him of mismanaging land deals and failing to uphold the terms agreed upon by the state government.
The state government has yet to issue a formal response, but the allegations are expected to prompt a review of the project's implementation and the legal frameworks governing land acquisition in Karnataka.
Kumaraswamy claims that the project has strayed significantly from its original blueprint, citing discrepancies in land acquisition and contractual agreements. He argues that the deviations compromise both the project's integrity and the interests of local communities.
In a public statement, the former leader specifically targeted the current Karnataka Chief Minister, accusing him of mismanaging land deals and failing to uphold the terms agreed upon by the state government.
The state government has yet to issue a formal response, but the allegations are expected to prompt a review of the project's implementation and the legal frameworks governing land acquisition in Karnataka.