Bengaluru, June 20, 2025:
In a significant development, the Karnataka High Court on Friday ordered an interim stay on the ongoing investigation into alleged land encroachment involving Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy. The case pertains to accusations of grabbing government land in Ramanagara district during his tenure as Chief Minister.
The court's directive comes after Kumaraswamy filed a petition challenging the probe, which was initiated based on a complaint by a private citizen and later referred to the state Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB).
Court Observes Prima Facie Issues in Investigation
A division bench led by Justice Krishna S. Dixit observed that the allegations appeared to be politically sensitive and directed the ACB and state authorities to halt all investigative proceedings until further notice. The court stated, “The petitioner raises substantial legal questions regarding jurisdiction and due process.”
The next hearing is scheduled for July 12, 2025, by which time the state government must respond with its stand on the legality of the probe.
Kumaraswamy Reacts, Says Charges Are Politically Motivated
Responding to the court's order, Kumaraswamy welcomed the interim relief and reiterated that the land grab allegations are part of a “political vendetta.” He said, “The truth will come out in court. I have always worked within the legal framework.”
The Union Minister for Heavy Industries is a senior leader of the Janata Dal (Secular) and part of the current ruling alliance at the Centre.
Background of the Land Grab Allegation
The complaint alleges that Kumaraswamy and others misused official machinery to transfer government land into private hands during 2007–2008. The complainant claims that the encroachment caused significant losses to the state exchequer.
The state ACB had begun preliminary inquiries, including land records verification and official witness statements, before the High Court intervention halted proceedings.
✅ FAQs:
Q1. What is the case against H.D. Kumaraswamy?
Kumaraswamy is accused of being involved in an alleged land grab during his tenure as Chief Minister of Karnataka, particularly related to government land in Ramanagara district.
Q2. What did the Karnataka High Court rule?
The High Court issued an interim stay on the investigation, citing that there are legal and procedural concerns raised by Kumaraswamy's petition that warrant examination.
Q3. What is the next step in the case?
The court has scheduled the next hearing for July 12, 2025, and has asked the state government to respond to the petition's claims before then.
Q4. What is Kumaraswamy’s response to the allegations?
Kumaraswamy has denied all charges, calling them politically motivated and expressing confidence that he will be exonerated by the courts.
Published on 20 june
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