Amid unfolding controversy surrounding allegations of mass burials in Dharmasthala, the Karnataka Home Minister, G. Parameshwara, has firmly rejected calls to transfer the investigation to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), asserting that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) established by the state is fully capable of handling the matter.
The Minister’s Standpoint
SIT’s Continuing Role: Parameshwara stated, “We formed an SIT to probe it… Now they are demanding that the matter be handed over to the NIA. Isn’t that an investigation too?” He emphasized that the state agency is already conducting a thorough inquiry.
On Central Intervention: He clarified that while the Enforcement Directorate (ED) may probe aspects such as foreign funding, any NIA involvement must be backed by a clear justification—“The NIA will have to justify why it wants to probe. The state government will not have options if they justify it,” he explained.
Political Context & Broader Reactions
Political Pressure Builds: Opposition groups, including the BJP and JD(S), have demanded an NIA probe backed by allegations of conspiracy and foreign funding. Some have even framed the case as an attack on religious sentiments.
State Government’s Stance: The state has set up the SIT and directed it to expedite the probe, aiming for an impartial and swift resolution. Public speculation and political interference have been discouraged by the Minister.
Case Background in Brief
The case began when a whistleblower claimed that numerous bodies—many of women and minors with signs of sexual violence—had been buried in Dharmasthala over two decades. This sparked widespread outrage and demands for a high-level investigation.
In response, the state formed an SIT led by senior police officials. Excavations at multiple sites led to the recovery of skeletal remains at a few spots, though many identified sites yielded no evidence.
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Summary Table
Aspect Details
Inquiry Status Ongoing via SIT; state-led and actively investigating
NIA Involvement Questioned by Home Minister; requires strong justification
ED’s Role Allowed to probe foreign funding aspects, if applicable
Political Dynamics BJP and JD(S) demand NIA probe; state emphasizes neutrality
Case Origin Allegations of mass burials and sexual violence implicating Dharmasthala temple
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