Kumaraswamy Calls for ED Investigation into Karnataka Sting Operation Allegations
H.D. Kumaraswamy demands an ED probe into a controversial sting operation targeting Siddaramaiah, citing alleged financial misconduct.
Ramnagar, October 16 (Daily Kiran) : Central Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has urged the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Income Tax Department to investigate allegations of significant financial transactions linked to a sting operation aimed at former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Speaking to reporters in Bidadi, Ramnagar district, on Friday, Kumaraswamy highlighted the political storm sparked by the sting operation.
He referenced a statement from opposition leader R. Ashok, who claimed that the operation cost between 10 to 15 crore rupees. Kumaraswamy insisted on a thorough investigation into the financial dealings involved. “Why are you only accounting for the money involved? If everything comes to light, the dignity and reputation of our state will be completely tarnished. More than 15 crore rupees are implicated. If the ED intervenes, the truth will emerge, revealing how these transactions occurred,” he stated.
Earlier, during an open discussion with candidates regarding alleged irregularities in recruitments by the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC), Kumaraswamy proposed reducing the tenure of government employees from the current 35 years to 10, 15, or 20 years. This change, he argued, would create more job opportunities for candidates.
He explained that typically, a government employee works for around 35 years, and shortening this tenure would open up positions for others. He emphasized that employees retiring under this new, shorter tenure should continue to receive pensions and other retirement benefits.
“If given the opportunity in the coming days, I would like to implement this plan. I am considering how to realize this idea to provide employment for the youth. In my view, there should be at least one government job in every family. I have presented this idea to the public, and it should be discussed,” he added.
Kumaraswamy also addressed concerns about rising unemployment and accused the government of failing to provide jobs to qualified candidates. He claimed that the KPSC, which is responsible for selecting candidates for government jobs through a transparent and fair process, has now become a hub of corruption. He alleged that jobs were being sold for money and that the commission’s president, members, and officials were involved in widespread corruption.
