The Karnataka Special Court pulled up the Lokayukta for failing to submit the final B-report in the Muda case involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The court deferred orders till December 23, questioning the delay and the investigation process.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced a new caste census to ensure fair representation for all communities, following a meeting with Congress leaders. The previous census faced criticism for excluding several groups. The Congress leadership acknowledged these concerns and aims to conduct the re-enumeration process within 60-80 days.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah suspended senior police officials and confirmed arrests of RCB, KSCA, and event managers following a stampede at an IPL celebration that killed 11. A one-man judicial panel led by Justice D’Cunha will investigate the incident, focusing on accountability and safety measures, reporting in 30 days.
Karnataka’s government has passed the Transparency in Public Procurements (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which reserves 4% of government contracts for Muslims. Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot raised constitutional concerns, stating reservations based on religion are prohibited. The bill is criticized by the BJP but defended by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as a means to uplift disadvantaged communities.