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Karnataka Deputy CM alleges failed sting operation attempt against him
Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has alleged that an industrialist attempted to conduct a sting operation targeting him, claiming to have documented evidence of the incident. Shivakumar stated he possesses information about individuals potentially involved in the alleged operation.
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Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Monday alleged that an industrialist attempted to conduct a sting operation against him, raising fresh concerns about political surveillance tactics in the state. Shivakumar claimed to have documented the episode and identified potential persons of interest connected to the alleged operation. The Deputy Chief Minister's allegation adds to ongoing tensions within the state's political establishment, though he did not provide specific details about the nature or timing of the purported incident. Shivakumar indicated that he possessed concrete evidence supporting his claims and suggested broader involvement by multiple parties. The allegation comes amid continued political positioning within the Karnataka administration, though official responses from the government have remained limited.