U.T. Khader dismisses allegations of Congress leaders complaining to ED against Minister Satish Jarkiholi
Karnataka Health Minister U.T. Khader has dismissed allegations that Congress leaders orchestrated ED raids against Minister Satish Jarkiholi. He accused the BJP of misusing central agencies for political vendetta while emphasizing Congress party unity.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing political friction between the Congress and BJP in India regarding the use of federal investigative agencies.
Health Minister U.T. Khader has dismissed allegations by some BJP leaders that some Congress leaders were behind the ED searches on the house premises of Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi.
“These are baseless allegations. Our party has no intention of targeting anyone. All Congress leaders remain united, regardless of any malicious propaganda. Key party leaders — including Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Mr. Jarkiholi, former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and Home Minister G. Parameshwara — stand united,” said Mr. Khader in Gadag on Sunday (September 13). He was there to attend a function organised by Congress leader H.K. Patil’s family.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in