26 Apr. 24: In a significant development ahead of the upcoming elections, multiple reports say that an FIR has been lodged against BJP Candidate K Sudhakar in Chikkaballapura, Karnataka. This announcement follows a startling revelation by the Flying Squad Team (FST) of Chikkaballapura, who seized a substantial amount of cash totaling 4.8 Crores. The FIR, registered on 25th April 2024 at Madanayakanahally Police Station, accuses Sudhakar of violations under Section 123 of the Representation of the People Act and Sections 171(B, C, E, F) of the Indian Penal Code. These sections specifically pertain to allegations of bribery and undue influence on electors.
This development underscores the heightened scrutiny surrounding electoral conduct and the determination to uphold the integrity of the democratic process. The Chief Electoral Officer of Karnataka, @ceo_karnataka, further affirmed the incident through a subsequent tweet, emphasizing the commitment to ensuring free and fair elections. Such measures aim to safeguard the democratic principles and promote transparency in the electoral arena, despite the challenges posed by malpractices.
