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Sting Operation Reaches Governor's Doorstep Amid Political Uproar

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News18•09-10-2026, 17:31
Sting Operation Reaches Governor's Doorstep Amid Political Uproar
- •A political storm has erupted in Karnataka after CM DK Shivakumar revealed that a private team attempted a sting operation to trap several ministers.
- •Social activist Dinesh Kallahalli has formally appealed to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, demanding a CBI investigation into the controversial sting operation.
- •The controversy has sparked a intense war of words between the ruling Congress and opposition parties.
- •Union Minister V. Somanna dismissed the sting operation as a disgusting matter, questioning the motives behind such tactics while the state faces severe drought.
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Social activist Dinesh Kallahalli has appealed to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot for a CBI investigation into the controversial sting operation.
CM DK Shivakumar revealed that a private team and agency attempted a sting operation to trap several ministers and himself, prompting him to warn cabinet members to stay alert.
Union Minister V. Somanna dismissed the controversy as a disgusting matter and a sinful act, stating he knew nothing about it and emphasizing that leaders should instead focus on tackling the state's severe drought.




