‘Prove my role, I’ll retire’: Karanataka minister Priyank Kharge challenges HD Kumaraswamy over KPSC row
Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge claimed Kumaraswamy was asked by the RSS or Amit Shah to target him.
Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge has threatened to retire from politics if it is proven that he played a direct or indirect role in alleged KPSC recruitment irregularities. Kharge criticized Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy for making allegations against him without providing any evidence, accusing Kumaraswamy of engaging in "hit-and-run politics."
Kharge demanded that those accusing him present documents as evidence, stating that if there is proof of his involvement, there should be an investigation. Kumaraswamy had previously demanded Kharge's resignation, alleging irregularities in the recruitment of 24 AEE posts during Kharge's tenure in the previous Siddaramaiah government.
Kharge questioned the BJP and JD(S) for their readiness to face consequences if they were involved in the irregularities. He challenged opposition leaders to make their allegations public with supporting documents. The minister urged investigating agencies to identify those responsible for the KPSC irregularities, regardless of their political affiliations.
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