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Kumaraswamy alleges Karnataka government shielding sting operation mastermind
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 01:46 AM
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Former Karnataka chief minister H.D. Kumaraswamy claims the state government is protecting the individual behind a recent sting operation, suggesting a cover‑up.
Karnataka senior leader H.D. Kumaraswamy said on [date] that the state administration is actively shielding the person who masterminded a recent sting operation that exposed alleged wrongdoing. He alleged that the protection is part of a broader effort to prevent further scrutiny of the operation's findings.
Kumaraswamy made the remarks during a press interaction, urging the government to disclose the identity of the alleged mastermind and to allow an independent inquiry. He warned that shielding the individual could erode public trust in the state's institutions.
The Karnataka government has not issued an official response to the accusation, and officials declined to comment when approached for clarification. The claim adds to ongoing political tensions in the state following the sting operation.
The sting operation, carried out by a media outlet, reportedly recorded officials discussing irregularities, though details remain limited. Observers note that the controversy may influence upcoming electoral dynamics in Karnataka.
Kumaraswamy made the remarks during a press interaction, urging the government to disclose the identity of the alleged mastermind and to allow an independent inquiry. He warned that shielding the individual could erode public trust in the state's institutions.
The Karnataka government has not issued an official response to the accusation, and officials declined to comment when approached for clarification. The claim adds to ongoing political tensions in the state following the sting operation.
The sting operation, carried out by a media outlet, reportedly recorded officials discussing irregularities, though details remain limited. Observers note that the controversy may influence upcoming electoral dynamics in Karnataka.