Bengaluru: In a robust rejoinder to the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) declaration of compiling a 100-day “charge sheet” detailing the government’s perceived shortcomings, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah denounced the BJP’s moral standing in criticizing the administration’s actions. Addressing the media, CM Siddaramaiah questioned the credibility of those who remained unproductive during their four-year tenure in governance, highlighting their own track record.
The Chief Minister emphasized, “What will those who have contributed nothing to the people’s welfare over four years tell us? They are initiating an inquiry into the scams during their own government’s time. They should provide answers regarding these investigations first.
Siddaramaiah elucidated the ongoing plans to probe scandals that transpired during the BJP’s tenure. He articulated, “We had announced this earlier. Even before taking office, we committed to investigating their scandals. A committee, led by Retired Attorney B Veerappa, will investigate the PSI Scam, while the 40% Scam will be scrutinized by Retired Attorney Nagamohan Das. Additionally, a commission headed by retired Nya Cunha will delve into the Covid-era scam. Where is the hostility in these actions? They align with the state’s best interests.
The Chief Minister underscored the principled stance his government has taken regarding these investigations, reminiscing, “While we were in power, we consistently advocated for inquiries into these matters. This isn’t fueled by animosity; it’s about safeguarding the state’s resources. Didn’t they demand an investigation into the 40 percent scam during their time in power? We raised these demands previously and have now initiated actions to explore these issues.
Regarding speculation surrounding strained relations between himself and the Deputy Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah dismissed the doubts raised by opposition parties, asserting that the more these speculations abound, the stronger their partnership becomes.
