Sting operation allegations: Time will give a reply, says D.K. Shivakumar

D.K. Shivakumar, the Chief Minister of Karnataka, has responded to Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy's allegation that he met a person involved in a sting operation at a five-star hotel in Bengaluru. Shivakumar's reply was succinct: "Time will give a reply," leaving the matter open for future clarification. The incident unfolded as Shivakumar was addressing reporters in Mysuru after inaugurating a flower show for Mysuru Dasara, an event themed around democracy.

He expressed concern over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that there are concerted efforts to undermine the right to vote. Over 150 former IAS officers have also lent their support to the movement against the SIR, according to Shivakumar. Additionally, Shivakumar criticized the internet shutdown and other restrictions imposed by the Delhi administration, suggesting they were aimed at stifling protests against the electoral roll revision.

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