A Karnataka Court has summoned Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, and his deputy DK Shivakumar to appear on March 28, 2024, in connection with their allegations of 40% commission by the previous BJP government in Karnataka.PayCM to court summonsDuring last years Assembly elections, the Congress heavily criticized the BJP administration for alleged corruption, even displaying PayCM posters featuring former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai. Following the incident, a complaint was filed by a BJP lawyer, which triggered the court summons.Karnataka HC directs to finalize its investigationThis comes just a week after the Karnataka High Court directed the state government to finalize its investigation into the 40% commission claims within six weeks. After the Congress rise to power in May 2023, a judicial probe was initiated to examine the allegations.Meanwhile, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi from the BJP recently took a swipe at the Congress government and alleged that they took 50% commissions instead of the alleged 40%. His allegations came days after the corruption leveled against his party by Congress leader B Shivaramu.Political tension rises in KarnatakaThe court summons and ongoing investigations have reignited a political tussle between the BJP and Congress, raising questions about the legitimacy of the 40% commission claims and the extent of corruption under both administrations. As the investigation progresses and the court hearing takes place, this ongoing saga is poised to keep the political landscape of Karnataka charged.
