Bengaluru, July 2, 2025: ACP Narayana Bharamani, who recently faced wrath of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah during a government event in Belagavi, has reportedly opted for Voluntary Retirement Service (VRS). The incident, which drew media attention, is now being downplayed by senior government leaders.
Home Minister G. Parameshwara, speaking to reporters in Bengaluru on Wednesday, clarified that the Chief Minister’s remarks were not intentional, but a spur-of-the-moment reaction. “Both I and Minister H.K. Patil have spoken to the officer. It was nothing deliberate. He will be given a suitable posting soon,” said Parameshwara.
Cabinet to Discuss Renaming of Bengaluru Rural District
The Home Minister also confirmed that the proposal to rename Bengaluru Rural District as Bengaluru North would be taken up for discussion in Wednesday’s state cabinet meeting. “If the matter is placed before the cabinet, a decision will be taken accordingly,” he said.
Metro Connectivity to Tumakuru Under Consideration
Parameshwara further shared updates on infrastructure, expressing support for improved connectivity between Bengaluru and Tumakuru. “I am strongly in favour of extending metro connectivity to Tumakuru. A feasibility report has already been prepared. However, the Detailed Project Report (DPR) is yet to be finalised. Investment plans are under discussion, and approval from the Union Government is required. I have urged officials to expedite the process,” he stated.
The Home Minister also mentioned that he had sought time to meet State Congress in-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala, but was unable to meet him on Tuesday. “He is scheduled to return to Delhi today, but I might be able to meet him before his departure,” he added.
Appeal Planned Against CAT’s Decision on IPS Officer’s Suspension
Addressing the June 4 stampede tragedy near Chinnaswamy Stadium, which claimed 11 lives, Parameshwara said that the government would soon file an appeal against the Central Administrative Tribunal’s (CAT) decision to quash the suspension of senior IPS officer Vikash Kumar Vikas.
Vikas was among five officers suspended in the aftermath of the stampede. He had approached the CAT challenging his suspension, and the tribunal has since set aside the order. “We will challenge the CAT’s ruling through appropriate legal channels,” Parameshwara confirmed.
