Congress Leader Faces Backlash for Threatening Municipal Commissioner

Congress leader Rajeev Gowda is under scrutiny after being accused of threatening Shidlaghatta Municipal Commissioner Amrutha Gowda following the removal of his promotional banner. The incident led to a police complaint, a worker strike, and a show-cause notice issued by the Congress party.

In a recent political controversy, Congress leader Rajeev Gowda has been accused of threatening Shidlaghatta Municipal Commissioner Amrutha Gowda after his promotional banner was removed from a busy town junction. The incident, occurring in Karnataka's Chikkaballapura district, has stirred significant political and public reaction.

Amrutha Gowda filed a complaint with the Shidlaghatta town police, leading to Rajeev Gowda being booked on multiple charges, including criminal intimidation. The complaint alleges the banners obstructed public traffic and were removed by the municipal council, prompting Rajeev Gowda's threats over the phone on January 12.

The incident sparked a one-day strike by municipal employees, demanding the Congress leader's arrest. In response, the Congress state unit issued a show-cause notice to Rajeev Gowda, citing his conduct as a breach of party discipline. The situation remains tense as further actions are contemplated.

(With inputs from agencies.)