BJP Seeks Dismissal of Karnataka Minister Kharge

The BJP has petitioned Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot to dismiss IT-BT Minister Priyank Kharge over allegations of nepotism regarding the allotment of land to the Siddhartha Vihar Trust, which is associated with his family, including Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. BJP leader Chalavadi T Narayanaswamy claims that this constitutes a criminal breach of trust, disadvantaging fellow Scheduled Caste entrepreneurs. He questions the legitimacy of the Kharges' involvement in aerospace and suggests that the trust is not a public entity, raising concerns over conflict of interest. In defense, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated that the land allotment was lawful and that the trust is eligible for the land. Priyank Kharge denies any wrongdoing and accuses the BJP of political maneuvering. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between the BJP and Congress in Karnataka politics.