Overview

• Govind Gaude alleged corruption in the Tribal Welfare Department during a May 18 function at Farmagudi.
• He met Chief Minister Pramod Sawant to clarify that the media misinterpreted his comments and denied accusing the CM of wrongdoing.
• Pramod Sawant, who holds the tribal welfare portfolio, has warned Gaude of disciplinary action for his "irresponsible statements."
• State BJP president Damodar Naik confirmed a party hearing on May 29 to review Gaude’s explanation before deciding on any sanctions.
• Tribal organisations continue to demand political reservation, land titles and the filling of longstanding vacancies under the state’s Tribal Sub-Plan.