Politics Erupts After Bengaluru Excise Officials Arrested For Bribery
Political sparring has erupted in Karnataka after the arrest of excise officials in Bengaluru for allegedly demanding an ₹80 lakh bribe. While the Lokayukta carried out the arrests, the issue has snowballed into a political controversy, with the Chief Minister stating the government will not interfere in Lokayukta proceedings, even as the Opposition alleges harassment of officials and questions the intent behind the action.
