Karnataka bypolls: ECI writes to Govt over guarantee funds release; Shivakumar alleges ‘BJP conspiracy’
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
The Election Commission of India wrote to Karnataka's Chief Secretary on April 2 regarding alleged Model Code of Conduct violations. The ECI noted fresh sanction of financial benefits under five guarantee schemes in Davanagere South and Bagalkot districts ahead of April 9 bypolls. The commission sought details on fund releases and officer names. Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said benefits were provided until March, with April installments delayed until after elections. Shivakumar alleged BJP conspiracy against guarantee schemes.
Key Entities
Election Commission of IndiaKarnataka Chief Secretary Shalini RajneeshDeputy Chief Minister D K ShivakumarDavanagere South constituencyBagalkot constituencyGruha Lakshmi schemeYuva Nidhi schemeShakti SchemeGruha Jyothi schemeAnna Bhagya schemeBharatiya Janata Party (BJP)