Uproar in Karnataka Assembly Amidst Alleged Excise Scam

The Karnataka Legislative Assembly faced intense protests from BJP and JD(S) members demanding the resignation of Excise Minister R B Timmapur over a multi-crore scam. Allegations of corruption in liquor licensing and transfers against him and his son have stirred debate. The issue has led to intense opposition scrutiny in the assembly.

The Karnataka Legislative Assembly was engulfed in chaos as BJP and JD(S) members vocally demanded the resignation of Excise Minister R B Timmapur. They allege his involvement in a multi-crore corruption scandal within the excise department, purportedly involving bribes for liquor licensing and transfer of officials.

Leader of Opposition R Ashoka accused the department of amassing an estimated Rs 6,000 crore through illicit means. He claims that audio evidence and complaints have been submitted to substantiate these allegations. Ashoka questioned the moral standards of the ruling Congress, suggesting that illicit funds were being funneled into election campaigns in other states.

The House was temporarily adjourned after further protests. The opposition accuses the excise monies of financing Congress' political activities, while Speaker U T Khader urged for a return to discussions on other pressing legislative matters.

(With inputs from agencies.)