R. Ashok seeks probe into alleged irregularities in waste management tenders
Opposition leader R. Ashok has alleged irregularities in waste management tenders awarded by the Greater Bengaluru Authority. He claims a private firm was favored despite failing to meet turnover requirements and demands a high-level probe.
Why it matters
Allegations of corruption in municipal waste management impact public funds and the efficiency of essential city services.
R. Ashok seeks probe into alleged irregularities in waste management tenders left R. Ashok. File photo File photo https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/lxre59/article71620983.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/_JAI8046.JPG SUDHAKARA JAIN BENGALURU : KARNATAKA : 27/09/2026 : Opposition Party Leader R Ashok during press meet at BJP state office in Bengaluru on Sunday 27 September 2026. PHOTO : SUDHAKARA JAIN / THE HINDU. Addressing a press conference, Mr. Ashok said that one of the ₹133-crore tenders floated by the GBA had been awarded to a private company despite the firm failing to meet the eligibility criteria. Bengaluru Leader of the Opposition in the State Legislative Assembly R. Ashok on Saturday (October 24) alleged irregularities in tenders floated for waste management and transfer stations by the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA). He accused the government of favouring an ineligible company and demanded a high-level probe into the matter. Addressing a press conference, Mr.
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