Karnataka BJP Escalates Valmiki Scam Fight, Plans Overnight Assembly Dharna

Bengaluru: The Karnataka BJP has escalated its campaign against the Congress-led state government over the alleged Valmiki Corporation scam, announcing plans to stage an overnight dharna at the Assembly premises.

The BJP's decision marks a fresh escalation in its attack on the government, with party leaders demanding answers over alleged financial irregularities linked to the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation.

BJP legislators have accused the state government of failing to provide satisfactory answers on the alleged diversion and misuse of funds. The Opposition has been demanding accountability from the government and action against those responsible for the alleged irregularities.

The proposed overnight protest is intended to put further pressure on the Congress government and keep the issue at the centre of political debate in the state. BJP leaders have said they will continue their agitation until the government addresses their demands.

The Valmiki Corporation controversy had earlier triggered intense political criticism after allegations emerged regarding the unauthorised transfer of funds from accounts associated with the corporation. The issue also led to demands for a thorough investigation and accountability.

The Congress government has maintained that the matter has been investigated and that appropriate action has been taken against those found responsible. The ruling party has also accused the BJP of attempting to politicise the issue for political gains.

The latest announcement comes amid heightened political tensions in Karnataka, with the BJP seeking to corner the government over issues of corruption, governance and financial management.

The planned overnight dharna is expected to bring the Assembly proceedings and the Valmiki Corporation controversy back into sharp political focus. The BJP has indicated that it will continue raising the issue both inside and outside the legislature.

With the Opposition stepping up its agitation, the Congress government is likely to face renewed pressure to respond to the BJP's allegations and demands for accountability.