Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara assured that the government has not engaged in tapping the phones of the Governor’s office. This statement comes in response to accusations by the BJP that the Karnataka government had tapped the Governor’s phone. Parameshwara emphasized that there is no need for such actions and refuted the allegations made by the BJP.
Speaking to the media in Bengaluru, HM Parameshwara clarified, “We have never indulged in phone tapping, and we will not do so just because allegations are being raised. There is absolutely no necessity for it.” He also mentioned that the government is training officers on the newly enacted Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita to ensure proper understanding and rectification of any mistakes.
Regarding the extension of the Assembly session, Parameshwara disclosed that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah discussed the matter during the Congress Legislature Party meeting. He informed that a decision to extend the session by two more days will be made in a meeting of the Business Advisory Committee, as the current session is set to conclude on January 31. Additionally, Parameshwara addressed the demand for transferring police Inspectors within a two-year period, stating that a decision will be taken after weighing the pros and cons of the matter.
