Karnataka Chief Minister Siddharamiah recently expressed his surprise at his wife Parvathi’s decision to surrender all 14 plots allocated to her by the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA). This surprising turn of events unfolds amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the alleged MUDA land allotment scam.
Siddharamiah highlighted that the public is aware of the unfounded allegations made by opposition parties. He believes these claims aim to stir political animosity against him.
“I have chosen to stand firm against this injustice,” he wrote. “However, my wife, distressed by the political conspiracy against me, decided to return these plots. This has taken me by surprise.”
Furthermore, he added, “My wife, who has never been involved in my four decades of political career, is now a victim of the hatred directed at me. I apologize for that. Despite this, I fully respect her decision.”
Just a day prior, Parvathi sent a letter to the MUDA Commissioner, expressing her intent to return the plots. This decision followed the Enforcement Directorate‘s announcement of a money laundering case involving Siddaramaiah, his wife, and others linked to the alleged scam.
The controversy centers on claims that Parvathi received compensatory plots in a more valuable area of Mysore than her original land acquired by MUDA. Under a scheme for residential development, landowners received 50% of developed land in exchange for their undeveloped land.
However, some assert that Parvathi did not have legal ownership of the 3.16 acres in question, which raises serious doubts about the legitimacy of the allotment.
On September 27, the Karnataka Lokayukta police took action by initiating a case against Siddaramaiah based on directives from a special court. This development complicates the ongoing investigation into the alleged MUDA scam.
In her letter, Parvathi conveyed her deep hurt by the allegations, prompting her decision to return the plots.
The Opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) quickly seized on this situation, claiming that her letter constitutes an admission of guilt. They subsequently demanded the Chief Minister’s resignation.
As this story continues to unfold, it raises important questions about political accountability. Moreover, it highlights the impact of public scrutiny on family members. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.
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