The Karnataka High Court has granted a stay on the Rs 500 betting case involving Home Minister G. Parameshwara. A special court had previously ordered an FIR against Parameshwara for allegedly placing a Rs 500 bet during a kabaddi match. The High Court questioned the need for registering a case over a casual or humorous remark and emphasized seeking an explanation before initiating an investigation.
The court observed that the statement in question did not seem to be made with deliberate intent. Consequently, it halted the proceedings in the case and postponed further hearings. The special court’s directive to register an FIR against Parameshwara stemmed from a private complaint filed by H.R. Nagabhushan, who highlighted the perceived promotion of illegal activity by a person in a constitutional position through even a small bet.
In response to the court’s decision, Parameshwara clarified that his remarks were misinterpreted and reiterated his respect for the legal process. He emphasized the importance of context in his statement, emphasizing that he did not endorse or support betting in any way. Parameshwara expressed readiness to examine the court order thoroughly before determining the next course of action.
