The recent scandal involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s wife, B.M. Parvati, and the allocation of 14 plots by the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) has sparked widespread outrage and a crisis of trust in local governance. At the heart of this controversy is social activist and whistleblower Snehamayi Krishna, who has come forward with serious allegations of financial coercion and attempts to silence him in his pursuit of justice. The controversy centers on the contentious land allocations, which have drawn scrutiny over potential favoritism and corruption.
Allegations suggest these plots were granted under questionable circumstances. Krishna, a long-time crusader against corruption and maladministration, brought the issue to light by filing a formal complaint demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the allocation process. His actions, aimed at uncovering the truth, have put him in direct conflict with influential political figures.
According to Krishna, his troubles began when he was approached by an individual claiming to be a close aide of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s wife. He alleges that he was offered a substantial bribe to withdraw his complaint. “They wanted me to back off,” Krishna stated. “When I refused, the pressure escalated, with further attempts to intimidate me and my family.”
Among the key figures implicated in this unfolding drama are Mysore politician Harsha and local journalist Srinidhi. Harsha has publicly claimed connections to Parvati Siddaramaiah, portraying himself as a protector of her interests and those of the Chief Minister’s family. Srinidhi allegedly acted as an intermediary, facilitating conversations between Krishna and Harsha. In response to Krishna’s claims, formal complaints have been filed against both individuals, supported by videotapes and phone records that serve as critical evidence.
The pivotal exchanges reportedly occurred on December 13 at the MUDA headquarters. Harsha allegedly urged Krishna to withdraw his CBI inquiry application, assuring him that the ongoing Lokayukta investigation would suffice. “During our meeting, he explicitly stated, ‘The CBI inquiry is our problem. You shouldn’t worry about it,’” Krishna recounted. Harsha purportedly offered a significant bribe during these discussions, demonstrating the lengths to which he was willing to go to derail Krishna’s efforts.
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