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The ongoing political storm surrounding the Karnataka Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah, intensifies as the chairperson of the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), K Marigowda, resigns amid a probe into alleged irregularities in land allotments. The resignation, attributed to health reasons and instructions from the Chief Minister, casts further shadows on the controversial case that has triggered widespread public outcry and calls for accountability.
The resignation comes at a crucial juncture as the Karnataka High Court has dismissed Siddaramaiah's petition challenging the Governor's decision to prosecute him in connection with the MUDA land allotment scheme. The controversy revolves around allegations that Siddaramaiah's wife, BM Parvathi, was allotted compensatory sites in an upmarket area of Mysuru, which had a higher property value than the land acquired by MUDA. The opposition party, BJP, has seized on this controversy, demanding Siddaramaiah's resignation and accusing him of corruption and abuse of power.
Despite Marigowda's claims of resigning due to health reasons and following the Chief Minister's instructions, the timing and circumstances of his resignation raise questions about the political pressure surrounding the case. His close relationship with Siddaramaiah and the ongoing investigation into the MUDA land allotments suggest that the resignation may be an attempt to distance himself from the controversy. As the investigation continues, the focus will likely shift towards shedding light on the alleged irregularities and determining the extent of Siddaramaiah's involvement in the case.
Source: Muda chief resigns amid Karnataka land allotment row involving Siddaramaiah