MUDA Case: Petitioner Snehamayi Krishna Criticizes Lokayukta's Clean Chit for Siddaramaiah
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Synopsis
Following the Karnataka Lokayukta's clean chit to CM Siddaramaiah in the MUDA land scam case, petitioner Snehamayi Krishna expressed her outrage, claiming the Lokayukta officials compromised their integrity. She plans to challenge the findings in court, asserting that the investigation was incomplete and that evidence against the accused exists.
Key Takeaways
- Clean chit granted to CM Siddaramaiah by Lokayukta.
- Petitioner claims Lokayukta officials betrayed integrity.
- Snehamayi Krishna plans to challenge findings in court.
- Allegations of political meddling in investigation.
- Call for public accountability from officials and politicians.
Bengaluru, Feb 19 (NationPress) Shortly after the Karnataka Lokayukta granted a clean chit to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his family regarding the MUDA land scam, petitioner Snehamayi Krishna expressed on Wednesday that the Lokayukta officials have betrayed their integrity to political leaders.
Speaking to reporters, Snehamayi Krishna stated: “While issuing the notice, the Lokayukta claimed they are submitting a ‘B report’ due to insufficient evidence. I will contest this in court.
“It’s now clear - my suspicions about the Lokayukta were warranted. The officials appear to have compromised their principles for political gains. Even after providing all necessary documentation, the Lokayukta Police have issued a notice indicating a ‘B report’, asserting there is no evidence against CM Siddaramaiah, his wife B.M. Parvathi, his brother-in-law Mallikarjunaswamy, and landowner J. Devaraj.
Krishna criticized the Lokayukta’s verdict, saying: “The citizens of the state should question this ruling. If I fail to substantiate my claims against Siddaramaiah, I will no longer be Snehamayi Krishna. Even someone with a basic education can grasp the truth—yet officials assert there is no evidence. I have submitted all required documents against the four accused, yet the Lokayukta is presenting a ‘B report’.
“I dare the Chief Minister... if he possesses the courage, let him publicly reveal the allocations made under the 50:50 ratio. Can he demonstrate to the citizens that such a regulation exists? If he can prove it, I am prepared to serve time in jail. The citizens must question both the Chief Minister and the Lokayukta officials. If they possess any morals, they should validate their statements.”
Krishna also asserted that CM Siddaramaiah has not only exploited his influence in this matter but has also engaged in criminal activities and unlawfully amassed property.
“I have submitted all necessary documents—any investigative authority can verify them. How can a final report be presented before the investigation is complete? There are guidelines established by the Honorable Supreme Court, which are being disregarded. The officials should be ashamed to submit a ‘B report’ before completing the investigation. Do they really require an IPS qualification to comprehend this? What is the purpose of an IPS if they behave in such a manner?
“As an ordinary citizen, I assert that under Section 173 of the CrPC, a report can only be submitted after a comprehensive investigation. This is not a final report—it is an interim report. I will reveal these officials in court and substantiate my case. Those who have studied IPS are misleading the public and obscuring the truth,” he stated.
Further commenting, Snehamayi Krishna remarked: “The Lokayukta has indicated that I can challenge this in court within a week, but I am confident that I will be granted additional time. I will provide whatever is necessary—that is not an issue. I will prove my accusations and enlighten the citizens about the truth: how officials, who are compensated with taxpayers' money, are misusing their authority by distributing public resources to politicians.
“This is merely an attempt to shield the accused. How can such a report be filed before the investigation is finalized? It indicates that they are protecting the accused. The law explicitly states that only a complete investigation report can be submitted, as per Supreme Court guidelines. They have not even indicated which documents are lacking. They must clarify whether the land was allocated under the 50:50 ratio and whether it was conducted legally. It is their duty to provide answers.”
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his family members have been exonerated by the Karnataka Lokayukta concerning the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam.
CM Siddaramaiah was designated as 'Accused No. 1', his wife B.M. Parvathi as 'Accused No. 2', and his brother-in-law Mallikarjunaswamy as 'Accused No. 3'.
A landowner, J. Devaraju, was labeled as 'Accused No. 4'.
It was alleged that CM Siddaramaiah illicitly secured the allocation of 14 plots by MUDA in his wife’s name in exchange for the acquisition of 3.16 acres of land.
The Karnataka Lokayukta, which examined the case, has issued a clean chit to CM Siddaramaiah and the other accused.
This was communicated in a notice to the petitioner, Snehamayi Krishna, on Wednesday.
The Lokayukta has instructed Snehamayi Krishna to approach the magistrate within a week of receiving the notice if he wishes to contest the findings.
Superintendent of Police T.J. Udesh stated in the notice that the investigation concluded the matter was civil and not suitable for criminal inquiry.
The allegations were found to be either based on a misconception or a misunderstanding of the law, and no action could be initiated.
The notice further specified that no evidence was discovered against CM Siddaramaiah and the other accused as the fourth point.
The notice also indicated that the allegations against Accused Nos. 1 to 4 in the MUDA case were unproven due to a lack of evidence. The final report has been accepted by the court.
