K’taka Governor Gehlot Starts Using Bulletproof Car..
Bengaluru: In a move that has sparked widespread speculation, Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot has suddenly opted to use a bulletproof vehicle for his daily travel, departing from his usual practice of using an ordinary car. This development comes amid escalating political tensions in the state.
Key Developments:
- Governor Orders Investigation: On August 16, Governor Gehlot ordered an investigation against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) site scam.
- Widespread Protests: Following the order, Congress workers and Siddaramaiah supporters have been staging large-scale protests across Karnataka.
- Legal Challenge: On August 19, CM Siddaramaiah filed two writ petitions in the Karnataka High Court challenging the Governor’s order.
- Sudden Security Upgrade: Upon returning from an official trip to Indore on August 21, Governor Gehlot began using a bulletproof car provided by the intelligence department of the Karnataka Police.
The timing of this security upgrade has raised questions among political observers. While governors generally have the option to use bulletproof vehicles, Gehlot had not exercised this right since assuming office in Karnataka until now.
Sources close to the matter indicate that it’s unclear whether the Governor has received any specific threats or if this is a precautionary measure given the current political climate. The intelligence department has not released any official statement regarding potential security concerns.
The protests against the Governor’s order have intensified in recent days, with demonstrators showing no signs of relenting. As the legal battle unfolds in the High Court, the political atmosphere in Karnataka remains tense.
This sudden change in the Governor’s security arrangements has added another layer of intrigue to an already complex political situation. As events continue to unfold, all eyes remain on the Governor’s office and the ongoing legal proceedings.
