Karnataka Deputy CM seeks inquiry into alleged sting against CM Siddaramaiah

Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has demanded a formal probe into alleged clandestine operations targeting Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, escalating political friction within the state government.

Kumaraswamy's call for an inquiry signals growing unease within the ruling coalition over what opposition figures characterize as coordinated efforts to undermine the chief minister. The deputy CM's statement reflects broader concerns about the use of investigative tactics against senior political figures.

The demand underscores simmering tensions between coalition partners and raises questions about governance practices at the state level. Political observers note that such episodes often precede broader shifts in state politics and inter-party dynamics.

State authorities have not yet responded formally to Kumaraswamy's request for an investigation. The matter comes at a sensitive juncture for the Congress-led government in Karnataka as it navigates internal cohesion challenges ahead of upcoming electoral cycles.