MUDA Scam: Siddaramaiah Confident of Interim Relief, Slams Governor’s Decision

Bengaluru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who is facing prosecution over alleged land allotment irregularities by the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA), responded to the opposition BJP’s calls for his resignation on Monday. He firmly stated that he has done nothing wrong throughout his four-decade political career.

The veteran Congress leader emphasized that, despite serving as both Chief Minister and Minister during his career, he has “never misused power for personal gains.” Siddaramaiah also dismissed the BJP’s protests, asserting, “In politics, it is natural for parties to protest… so let them protest. I am clean.”

Expressing confidence in the judicial process, Siddaramaiah mentioned that a petition had been filed and was scheduled for a hearing. “I am confident of receiving interim relief and quashing of the prosecution sanctioned by the Governor,” he added. Earlier today, the Chief Minister approached the Karnataka High Court to challenge the Governor’s decision.

On Saturday, Siddaramaiah had taken to social media to criticize the Governor’s action, labeling it “anti-Constitution” and “against the law.” He asserted, “It will be challenged in court. I have done no wrong to warrant my resignation.”

The controversy erupted over the weekend after Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot sanctioned the prosecution of the Chief Minister on corruption charges linked to the MUDA case. The Governor justified his decision, stating that it was necessary to ensure a “neutral, objective, and non-partisan investigation,” and added that he was prima facie “satisfied” that the alleged infractions had indeed occurred.