Karnataka Government Announces High-Level Probe into Alleged Honey-Trap Scandal

Minister KN Rajanna's representation details blackmail attempts, but a formal police complaint is still pending as political and judicial tensions escalate.

• KN Rajanna, Karnataka's Cooperation Minister, alleged that he and at least 48 others, including politicians across party lines, were targeted in a honey-trap scheme involving compromising videos.
• Rajanna submitted a three-page representation to Home Minister G Parameshwara, outlining the alleged attempts but clarified it does not constitute a formal police complaint.
• The Karnataka government announced a high-level investigation, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah assuring a fair probe and accountability for all involved.
• A PIL filed in the Supreme Court is seeking an independent investigation by the CBI or SIT, with the court agreeing to hear the case.
• The controversy has led to significant political fallout, including protests in the state assembly and accusations of government complicity by opposition BJP leaders.

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