Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa announces resignation day after being booked in contractor's suicide case
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa announces resignation day after being booked in contractor's suicide case

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Eshwarappa was booked on Wednesday in connection with the suspected suicide of civil contractor Santosh K Patil, who was found dead in a hotel in Udupi Shivamogga: Karnataka Minister K S Eshwarappa, who is facing charges of abetment to suicide in connection with the death of a civil contractor in Udupi, on Thursday announced stepping down from his position. I have taken a decision today to resign from my ministerial position.” He further said he would tender his resignation letter to Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Friday. The Minister was booked on Wednesday in connection with the suspected suicide of civil contractor Santosh K Patil, who was found dead in a hotel in Udupi. “I decided to resign because I don’t want to put in an uncomfortable situation those who helped me rise to this position, such as seniors in the party, Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai and our national leaders,” Eshwarappa added.

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KARNATAKA | Congress’ Priyank Kharge Under Heat Over Alleged Ties to Contractor’s Suicide
2 months, 2 weeks ago

KARNATAKA | Congress’ Priyank Kharge Under Heat Over Alleged Ties to Contractor’s Suicide

The Hindu  

Published : Jan 08, 2025 14:30 IST - 5 MINS READ At a public meeting on January 6 in Bengaluru, several Dalit leaders and pontiffs from Karnataka came out in vehement support of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister Priyank Kharge, whose close aide was named in a suicide note penned by Sachin Manappa Panchal, 26, a contractor from a …

Karnataka: BJP Demands Priyank Kharge's Resignation Over Contractor’s Suicide
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka: BJP Demands Priyank Kharge's Resignation Over Contractor’s Suicide

Deccan Chronicle  

The suicide of civil contractor Sachin Panchala in Bidar’s Balki town on December 26 has ignited a fierce political battle between the BJP and Congress in Karnataka. Panchala, who ended his life by jumping onto railway tracks, left behind a suicide note allegedly naming Raju Kapanur, reportedly close to Congress leader Priyank Kharge.The BJP has called for the resignation of …

CM Siddaramaiah stands by Priyank Kharge, dismisses BJP's allegations
2 months, 3 weeks ago

CM Siddaramaiah stands by Priyank Kharge, dismisses BJP's allegations

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has rejected the BJP's demand for the resignation of Minister Priyanka Kharge in connection with the suicide of a contractor. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah "Minister Priyanka Kharge's name is not on the death note of Bidar contractor Sachin, who committed suicide. Responding to the BJP's insistence that the investigation should be handed over to the CBI, the …

BJP sends contractor's suicide note to Rahul Gandhi, Congress president
2 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP sends contractor's suicide note to Rahul Gandhi, Congress president

India Today  

The Karnataka unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party escalated its demand for the resignation of Priyank Kharge, Minister for Rural Development and Panchayat Raj. The party reportedly couriered the suicide note of civil contractor Sachin Panchal to Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, as part of its protest. The BJP claimed that the suicide note accused Raju Kapanur, a …

Karnataka contractor suicide case: BJP MLC CT Ravi, LoP Narayanaswamy, 11 others booked for unlawful assembly
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka contractor suicide case: BJP MLC CT Ravi, LoP Narayanaswamy, 11 others booked for unlawful assembly

India TV News  

In the latest development in Karnataka contractor suicide case, the police registered an FIR against Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, the Leader of Opposition in Karnataka Legislative Council, BJP MLC C T Ravi and 11 other party leaders on charges of unlawful assembly, officials said on Wednesday. FIR lodged after SI registered complaint Regarding the assembly, a Police Sub-Inspector lodged a complaint after …

Karnataka Contractor Suicide: Home Minister Defends Priyank Kharge Amid BJP's Resignation Demand
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka Contractor Suicide: Home Minister Defends Priyank Kharge Amid BJP's Resignation Demand

ABP News  

Defending his Cabinet colleague Priyank Kharge, whose resignation the BJP has been demanding, in connection with the suicide of a contractor in Bidar last week, Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday said, unnecessary allegations are being made against him. BJP has demanded that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah should ask Priyank Kharge to resign immediately, and has set a January 4 …

Karnataka: BJP demands CBI probe, minister Priyank Kharge's resignation over Bidar contractor suicide
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka: BJP demands CBI probe, minister Priyank Kharge's resignation over Bidar contractor suicide

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday demanded the resignation of Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge and a CBI inquiry into the suicide of a civil contractor from Bidar district on December 26. BJP state president B Y Vijayendra alleged that the entire police department in and around Kalaburagi district is “under the clutches” of the Kharge family. The party also threatened …

Bidar contractor suicide case: BJP goes for Priyank’s jugular
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bidar contractor suicide case: BJP goes for Priyank’s jugular

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Opposition BJP is going full throttle against RDPR Minister Priyank Kharge, son of AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge, in the case of Bidar contractor Sachin Panchal’s suicide, which exposed the plight of contractors to get government projects. As BJP earlier managed to get B Nagendra removed from the cabinet for his alleged involvement in the multi-crore Maharshi Valmiki ST Development …

Opposition calls for RDPR Minister Priyank Kharge's removal and arrest in connection with contractor's suicide
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Opposition calls for RDPR Minister Priyank Kharge's removal and arrest in connection with contractor's suicide

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Leader of Opposition in the Legislative Council Chalavadi Narayanaswamy and MLC N Ravi Kumar on Saturday called for the removal of RDPR Minister Priyank Kharge from the cabinet, and his arrest, in connection with the suicide of contractor Sachin Panchal in Bidar. He further stated that “Priyank had converted Kalaburagi as his own republic, with the administration, including the …

Contractor’s Suicide Sparks BJP-Congress Row in Karnataka
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Contractor’s Suicide Sparks BJP-Congress Row in Karnataka

Deccan Chronicle  

Bidar: The suicide of contractor Sachin Panchal from Bhalki Taluk has sparked a political storm in Karnataka, with BJP leaders accusing the Congress government of fostering a toxic environment for contractors. This misuse of power has led to incidents like the alleged suicide of SDA officer Rudresh due to undue pressure from Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar’s aide and the hooliganism targeting …

Contractor dies by suicide in Bidar, alleges Congress leader Priyank Kharge’s aide responsible
3 months ago

Contractor dies by suicide in Bidar, alleges Congress leader Priyank Kharge’s aide responsible

Hindustan Times  

A 26-year-old contractor reportedly died by suicide on Thursday after lying in front of a train in Bidar, Karnataka. Kapanur is reportedly a close aide of Karnataka Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge. Opposition reacts In a post on 'X', BJP state president B Y Vijayendra said, "It seems that some ministers in the Congress government have given …

Karnataka: Former Deputy CM KS Eshwarappa Booked For 'Provocative' Speech
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka: Former Deputy CM KS Eshwarappa Booked For 'Provocative' Speech

ABP News  

The Shivamogga Police on Thursday registered a case against former Karnataka Deputy CM KS Eshwarappa for his alleged hate speech during the protest against the arrest of Hindu Monk Chinmaya Krishnadas in Bengaluru. A case has been registered against Former Karnataka Dy CM KS Eshwarappa at Kote Police Station in Shimoga for allegedly making a provocative speech during the protest …

BJP workers stage protests demanding Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's resignation after HC verdict
6 months ago

BJP workers stage protests demanding Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's resignation after HC verdict

Hindustan Times  

BJP workers on Tuesday staged protests in several parts of Karnataka demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, hours after the Karnataka High Court dismissed his petition challenging Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's approval for investigation against him in a site allotment case. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The protests were organised in Siddaramaiah's home district of Mysuru, Hubballi …

How B Nagendra’s resignation is a significant setback for the Karnataka Congress
9 months, 2 weeks ago

How B Nagendra’s resignation is a significant setback for the Karnataka Congress

Hindustan Times  

The Congress in Karnataka, which came to power in 2013 after its 320 km padayatra from Bengaluru to Ballari in August 2010 to protest against the then Bharatiya Janata Party state government’s alleged corruption in the Obulapuram mining company illegal mining case. B Nagendra, who was the state minister for tribal welfare and sports, resigned after his name cropped up …

Karnataka minister steps down amid charges of illegal fund diversion
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka minister steps down amid charges of illegal fund diversion

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka’s scheduled tribes welfare minister B Nagendra on Thursday resigned from his post following allegations of his involvement in illegal diversion of large sum of funds from a state-run tribal development corporation into private bank accounts. Karnataka scheduled tribes welfare and youth empowerment and sports department minister B Nagendra tenders resignation from his ministerial post to chief minister Siddaramaiah, in …

Karnataka Valmiki Corp scam: State Minister B Nagendra to resign
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka Valmiki Corp scam: State Minister B Nagendra to resign

Live Mint  

Karnataka Minister B Nagendra on Thursday tendered resignation following allegations of involvement in multi-crore illegal money transfer case linked to Valmiki Corporation scam. Seeking to mount pressure on the Congress government, the opposition BJP staged a protest march from 'Vidhana Soudha' to Raj Bhavan and petitioned Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot demanding the Scheduled Tribes Welfare Minister's resignation over what it called …

Siddaramaiah Lack Moral Authority to Demand Minister’s Resignation: Bommai
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Siddaramaiah Lack Moral Authority to Demand Minister’s Resignation: Bommai

Deccan Chronicle  

Gadag: Former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has alleged that the current state government in Karnataka is rife with corruption. He accused Chief Minister Siddaramaiah of losing the moral authority to demand a minister’s resignation, as the entire Cabinet is allegedly entrenched in corrupt practices. Speaking at a news conference on Thursday, Bommai criticized Congress leaders for their lofty rhetoric about …

BJP demands Siddaramaiah’s resignation over ‘embezzlement’ of Valmiki corporation funds
9 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP demands Siddaramaiah’s resignation over ‘embezzlement’ of Valmiki corporation funds

The Hindu  

BJP leader and former Deputy Chief Minister C.N. At a press conference in Mysuru on Thursday, Dr. Ashwath Narayan said the blame for opening of an unauthorised bank account and the transfer of funds from the corporation rests squarely with the Finance Department, which is headed by Mr. Siddaramaiah. Dr. Ashwath Narayan also took serious exception to the police omitting …

BJP demands resignation of Home Minister Parameshwara
10 months, 1 week ago

BJP demands resignation of Home Minister Parameshwara

The Hindu  

Stating that the law and order in the State has collapsed, the BJP on Thursday, May 16, demanded the resignation of Home Minister G. Parameshwara. Addressing press conferences in Udupi and Mangaluru, K. Udayakumar Shetty, Mangaluru Division in-charge, and Rajgopal Rai, spokesperson, Dakshina Kannada unit of the party, respectively, said that the murder of 19-year-old Anjali Mohan Ambiger in Hubballi …

Ex-Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa demands CM Siddaramaiah's resignation over differences among his cabinet ministers
1 year, 4 months ago

Ex-Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa demands CM Siddaramaiah's resignation over differences among his cabinet ministers

Hindustan Times  

Former Karnataka Minister and BJP leader KS Eshwarappa on Friday demanded the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as his cabinet members, he alleged, have a difference of opinion on his tenure as Chief Minister. READ | BJP unable to get funds as their loss in 5 state elections is ‘almost certain’: CM Siddaramaiah "There is a lot of difference of …

Telangana: BJP leader allegedly attempted suicide over removal of Bandi Sanjay from post of state BJP head
1 year, 8 months ago

Telangana: BJP leader allegedly attempted suicide over removal of Bandi Sanjay from post of state BJP head

Live Mint  

A BJP leader in Telangana’s Khammam district allegedly attempted suicide on Tuesday reportedly upset over removal of Bandi Sanjay Kumar from the post of state BJP unit's president, said a report by Press Trust of India quoting party sources. The report said that BJP Khammam town vice president G Srinivas allegedly attempted to commit suicide at his house in Khammam …

BJP's KS Eshwarappa quits electoral politics weeks ahead of Karnataka polls
1 year, 11 months ago

BJP's KS Eshwarappa quits electoral politics weeks ahead of Karnataka polls

India Today  

Senior BJP leader KS Eshwarappa on Tuesday announced his decision to quit electoral politics weeks ahead of the Karnataka Assembly election. READ | Heads to roll as BJP likely to adopt ‘Gujarat model’ in Karnataka candidates’ selection KS Eshwarappa was later cleared by the police in the contractor suicide case. Reacting to Eshwarappa's announcement, Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai …

K'tka BJP worker murder: Prohibitory orders in force, NIA to take over probe | Top points
2 years, 7 months ago

K'tka BJP worker murder: Prohibitory orders in force, NIA to take over probe | Top points

India Today  

The murder of Praveen Nettaru, a zilla BJP Yuva Morcha committee member in Karnataka, led to massive unrest in the state as protests erupted demanding action against the culprits. Meanwhile, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai said the probe into the murder will be handed over to the National Investigation Agency, noting it was an "organised crime" with inter-state links. Following …

BJP's KS Eshwarappa Says 'Will Abide by Leadership's Decision' on Returning as Karnataka Minister
2 years, 8 months ago

BJP's KS Eshwarappa Says 'Will Abide by Leadership's Decision' on Returning as Karnataka Minister

News 18  

Days after a ‘B summary report’ was filed by the police in an abetment to suicide case against him, citing lack of evidence, Senior BJP leader K S Eshwarappa on Friday said he will abide by the party leadership’s decision regarding his re-induction into the state cabinet. “I don’t know, whatever the national leadership decides after discussing with the Chief …

Contractor Suicide Case: Ex-K'taka Min Eshwarappa Gets Clean Chit as 'No Evidence' Found Against Him
2 years, 8 months ago

Contractor Suicide Case: Ex-K'taka Min Eshwarappa Gets Clean Chit as 'No Evidence' Found Against Him

News 18  

Udupi Police on Wednesday gave a clean chit to BJP leader and former Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa in a case where his name had appeared in the alleged suicide of contractor Santosh Patil. Police have said that I have no role in it, which is a matter of joy for me,” Eshwarappa told reporters, adding, “I had said the same …

Karnataka contractor writes to PM Modi on bribe demanded by rural development officials
2 years, 10 months ago

Karnataka contractor writes to PM Modi on bribe demanded by rural development officials

India Today  

Yariswamy, a contractor from Karnataka’s Koppal town, has said that the executive officer and the junior engineer have demanded a 30-40% commission from him as a bribe. SANTOSH PATIL SUICIDE This comes after contractor Santosh Patil died by suicide alleging officials in Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj ministry were taking bribes to release funds for projects. Contractor Santosh …

FIR in Karnataka against top Congress leaders over protest at CM Bommai's home
2 years, 11 months ago

FIR in Karnataka against top Congress leaders over protest at CM Bommai's home

Hindustan Times  

A first information report has been filed against former Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar, Randeep Surjewala and other Congress leaders after they a led a protest outside the residence of Basavaraj Bommai last week. The Congress leaders have been demanding the arrest of the BJP's KS Eshwarappa who had quit last week amid protests against a contractor's death. The …

After contractors, now Lingayat seer accuses Karnataka govt of taking 30% cut for grants to mutts
2 years, 11 months ago

After contractors, now Lingayat seer accuses Karnataka govt of taking 30% cut for grants to mutts

India Today  

A seer from Karnataka has alleged that grants are given to mutts only after the state government takes a 30% commission as a ‘cut’. After initially refusing to resign from his post, KS Eshwarappa tendered his resignation on Friday, stating, “I decided to resign because I don't want to put in an uncomfortable situation those who helped me rise to …

Morning Digest | Eshwarappa quits as Karnataka Minister; experts urge caution as COVID-19 cases rise in north India, and more
2 years, 11 months ago

Morning Digest | Eshwarappa quits as Karnataka Minister; experts urge caution as COVID-19 cases rise in north India, and more

The Hindu  

Eshwarappa quits as Karnataka Minister, three-day drama ends After three days of political uncertainty and drama, veteran BJP leader K.S. As COVID-19 cases rise in north India, experts urge caution COVID-19 cases have shown a rising trend in parts of the country including Delhi, Delhi-NCR and Maharashtra with experts stating that the mild surge could be primarily due to emergence …

Eshwarappa quits as Karnataka Minister
2 years, 11 months ago

Eshwarappa quits as Karnataka Minister

The Hindu  

After three days of political uncertainty and drama, veteran BJP leader K.S. The Chief Minister will now send Mr. Eshwarappa’s resignation letter to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot for acceptance. Earlier in the day, before leaving his constituency, Shivamogga, Mr. Eshwarappa told BJP party workers and supporters that he would emerge unscathed in the probe on corruption charges and become a Minister …

Under fire over contractor's death, Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa resigns
2 years, 11 months ago

Under fire over contractor's death, Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa resigns

India Today  

Karnataka Minister KS Eshwarappa has tendered his resignation to Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai amid a row over his alleged role in the suicide of contractor Santosh Patil. Hitting out at the Opposition parties, Eshwarappa said, "I'd like to ask Congress leaders Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar if they've finished any 1000 crore projects without engaging in any of these activities." READ …

Karnataka minister Eshwarappa resigns amid row over death of contractor
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka minister Eshwarappa resigns amid row over death of contractor

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa on Friday submitted his resignation to chief minister Basvaraj Bommai in the state capital. The resignation comes days after he was charged for abetment of suicide of a contractor who in his suicide note accused the senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader of demanding bribes from him. KS Eshwarappa tendered his resignation as the Karnataka minister during …

Contractor Death Case: K’taka Minister Eshwarappa Resigns After Meeting CM Bommai
2 years, 11 months ago

Contractor Death Case: K’taka Minister Eshwarappa Resigns After Meeting CM Bommai

News 18  

Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa resigned from the state cabinet on Friday amid opposition pressure over being booked in a case of abetment to suicide following the death of a 37-year-old civil contractor who had accused him of corruption. “I have accepted Karnataka Minister KS Eshwarappa’s resignation and will send it to the Governor,” Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai told the …

K'taka minister confident of reclaiming cabinet berth hours before quitting
2 years, 11 months ago

K'taka minister confident of reclaiming cabinet berth hours before quitting

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka’s minister for rural development and panchayat raj KS Eshwarappa on Friday said that he will return to the cabinet as soon as his name is cleared in the investigation into accusations made by Santosh K Patil, the contractor who allegedly died by suicide on Tuesday. Karnataka’s minister for rural development and panchayat raj KS Eshwarappa on Friday said that …

Why accept Eshwarappa's resignation if he's innocent: Congress' Shivakumar to Karnataka CM
2 years, 11 months ago

Why accept Eshwarappa's resignation if he's innocent: Congress' Shivakumar to Karnataka CM

Firstpost  

DK Shivakumar said that the Congress party is protesting not for KS Eshwarappa’s resignation but against corruption Bengaluru: Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar on Friday took a jibe at Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai after the latter confirmed that Minister KS Eshwarappa will tender his resignation from his ministerial post on Friday following allegations of corruption. If he didn’t do …

As pressure rises for Eshwarappa's sacking, here are other ministers who resigned over various accusations
2 years, 11 months ago

As pressure rises for Eshwarappa's sacking, here are other ministers who resigned over various accusations

India Today  

The pressure is mounting on Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai to force his cabinet colleague KS Eshwarappa to resign over a contractor's suicide. Contractor Santosh Patil, who had accused Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa of corruption, was found dead in a lodge in Udupi city on April 11, 2022. Here are others who have resigned over various allegations: 2021: Former Karnataka minister …

Karnataka Minister KS Eshwarappa resigns amid row over suicide of contractor
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka Minister KS Eshwarappa resigns amid row over suicide of contractor

India TV News  

Highlights Minister K S Eshwarappa submitted his resignation to Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai today. Amid the ongoing row over the alleged suicide of a Karnataka-based contractor Santosh Patil's alleged suicide case, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister K S Eshwarappa submitted his resignation to Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai on Friday. The Karnataka police have booked a case against Eshwarappa for …

Eshwarappa's resignation not enough, he must be arrested: Karnataka Congress
2 years, 11 months ago

Eshwarappa's resignation not enough, he must be arrested: Karnataka Congress

India Today  

The Karnataka Congress said it will continue with its protests till an FIR is registered against state minister KS Eshwarappa on corruption charges and he is arrested. Reacting to news of Eshwarappa stepping down from his position, Congress leader DK Shivakumar said, “We are not talking about Eshwarappa’s resignation. Rural Development and Panchayati Raj minister KS Eshwarappa has been accused …

Contractor Suicide Case: Not bothered about Eshwarappa's resignation, want arrest, says deceased contractor's brother
2 years, 11 months ago

Contractor Suicide Case: Not bothered about Eshwarappa's resignation, want arrest, says deceased contractor's brother

India Today  

The family of contractor Santosh Patil, who allegedly died by suicide, said on Thursday that they are not bothered about the resignation of Karnataka Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister K S Eshwarappa against whom police have booked a case for abetting the suicide and demanded his arrest. Karnataka contractor suicide case | Highlights ".three names are mentioned in the …

His own decision, no pressure from high command: Karnataka CM after Eshwarappa offers to resign
2 years, 11 months ago

His own decision, no pressure from high command: Karnataka CM after Eshwarappa offers to resign

Firstpost  

Bengaluru: Soon after Karnataka Minister KS Eshwarappa offered to resign on Friday following a row over his alleged role in the suicide of a contractor, Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai said, “it was his own decision and there was no pressure from the high command.” The chief minister also informed that Eshwarappa is confident of coming out clean. The minister’s announcement …

Karnataka Minister Eshwarappa announces resignation
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka Minister Eshwarappa announces resignation

The Hindu  

As the controversy over the death of a contractor and BJP worker escalated, Karnataka’s Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister and senior BJP leader K.S. As the situation escalated, it is learned that the BJP high command had advised Mr. Eshwarappa to resign before the visit of party national president J.P. Nadda, who is arriving in Karnataka on Friday evening …

Contractor death case: Karnataka minister Eshwarappa likely to resign today
2 years, 11 months ago

Contractor death case: Karnataka minister Eshwarappa likely to resign today

India Today  

Under fire over the death of a contractor who accused him of corruption, Karnataka minister KS Eshwarappa has announced that he will resign from his post on Friday, April 15. The FIR was registered on Tuesday night following a complaint by Prashanth Patil, brother of contractor Santosh Patil, who had levelled bribery charges against Eshwarappa. In the complaint, Prashanth Patil …

Karnataka CM Bommai rules out action against his minister Eshwarappa, booked in case of abetting suicide of a contractor
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka CM Bommai rules out action against his minister Eshwarappa, booked in case of abetting suicide of a contractor

Firstpost  

CM Basavaraj Bommai said contractor Santosh Patil’s suicide case ‘will be thoroughly investigated and the truth will come out’ Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Thursday ruled out any action against Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister K S Eshwarappa, against whom police have booked a case for abetting the suicide of contractor Santosh Patil, until preliminary inquiry is …

Karnataka contractor death: Congress' Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah detained in Bengaluru
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka contractor death: Congress' Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah detained in Bengaluru

Firstpost  

The Congress leaders were demanding the arrest of Karnataka Minister KS Eshwarappa and registration of an FIR with the corruption charges against him for allegedly demanding commission from the deceased contractor Bengaluru: Congress leaders DK Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah, among others were detained on Thursday as the police stopped them from marching toward Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai’s residence to demand state minister …

Karnataka suicide | Surjewala, Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah arrested after protest against Eshwarappa
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka suicide | Surjewala, Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah arrested after protest against Eshwarappa

India Today  

Congress leaders Randeep Surjewala, DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah and other party workers were arrested on Thursday, April 14, for staging a protest, demanding the removal of KS Eshwarappa from the Karnataka government. Rural Development and Panchayati Raj minister KS Eshwarappa has been accused of corruption that allegedly led to the suicide of civil contractor Santosh Patil. A few weeks ago, …

K'taka contractor suicide: Congress is 'Gangotri' of corruption; they have no right to protest, says CM Bommai
2 years, 11 months ago

K'taka contractor suicide: Congress is 'Gangotri' of corruption; they have no right to protest, says CM Bommai

India Today  

Slamming the Congress party’s protest demanding the resignation of minister Eshwarappa, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavraj Bommai said that the Congress party was the ‘Gangotri’ of corruption and that they had no moral right to protest. The Congress party in Karnataka has been calling for the sacking of minister Eshwarappa and his arrest after a case of abetment was filed against …

Karnataka Contractors Assn president demands meeting with govt over corruption
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka Contractors Assn president demands meeting with govt over corruption

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Karnataka Contractors' Association president D Kempanna on Wednesday issued an ultimatum to the state government in the wake of contractor Santosh Patil's death and said that they will announce the names of the corrupt MLAs and Ministers if the contractors are not called to discuss the matter to reduce corruption within 15 days. Speaking to ANI, Kempanna said, "We …

Karnataka contractor death case: Will resign tomorrow, announces Minister KS Eshwarappa
2 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka contractor death case: Will resign tomorrow, announces Minister KS Eshwarappa

India TV News  

Highlights Karnataka Minister K S Eshwarappa on Thursday announced that he will resign from his post. Karnataka Minister K S Eshwarappa, who is facing charges of abetment to suicide in connection with the death of a civil contractor in Udupi, on Thursday announced that he will step down from his position. The development comes soon after CM Bommai ruled out …

Won't resign and bow to opposition demand, says Karnataka minister Eshwarappa named in contractor suicide case
2 years, 11 months ago

Won't resign and bow to opposition demand, says Karnataka minister Eshwarappa named in contractor suicide case

Firstpost  

K S Eshwarappa has been booked by the police in Udupi for abetment of suicide, following the death of contractor Santosh K Patil, who had accused the minister of corruption Shivamogga: Amid mounting opposition pressure for his resignation over the death of a civil contractor, senior Karnataka Minister K S Eshwarappa on Wednesday ruled out stepping down from his post, …

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