Big Relief for Siddaramaiah ! Lokayukta Finds No Evidence in MUDA Case, Clears CM and Family
Good news for Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah! On February 19, 2025, the Lokayukta Police announced that there’s no evidence against him, his wife, or others in the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case. This comes just a week after they submitted a final report to their Bengaluru headquarters for review, wrapping up a months-long investigation into alleged irregularities in land allotments linked to Siddaramaiah’s family. If you’ve been following this story, you know it’s been a hot topic, and this update might just change the game.
The investigation, which kicked off in September 2024, was triggered by a special court order in Bengaluru, following a petition from social activist Snehamayi Krishna. It also had the green light from state governor Thawar Chand Gehlot, who allowed Siddaramaiah to be probed. The case centered on claims that MUDA illegally allotted 14 sites worth crores to Siddaramaiah’s wife, BM Parvathi, in exchange for land, raising questions about corruption and land-grabbing under laws like the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Prevention of Corruption Act, and more.
But now, the Lokayukta, led by Mysuru superintendent of police TJ Udesh, has said there’s no material to back those charges. They questioned over 100 people, including bureaucrats, politicians, retired officers, and MUDA officials, as well as Siddaramaiah, his wife, and his brother-in-law, BM Mallikarjuna Swamy. After all that digging, they found nothing to prove any wrongdoing. It’s a big relief for the CM, who’s been under pressure since the case started.
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This development comes amid intense political scrutiny, with the opposition and activists accusing Siddaramaiah of misuse of power. Posts on X show mixed reactions—some celebrating the clean chit, others questioning if the probe was thorough enough. But for now, it looks like Siddaramaiah and his family are in the clear, at least according to the Lokayukta.
The case had dragged on for months, with the special court ordering an FIR against Siddaramaiah and three others on September 27, 2024. The allegations were serious, but the lack of evidence suggests the claims might have been overblown or lacked substance. For Karnataka residents and political watchers, this could mean a shift in how the state government is perceived, especially as it battles other challenges.
