Karnataka's High-Stakes SIT Probe Under Scrutiny
The Karnataka government is assessing the need to replace Pronab Mohanty, the SIT chief leading the investigation into the alleged mass burials in Dharmasthala. Minister G Parameshwara states that the decision will be based on law and rules. The SIT is examining claims of mass murder and burials, with the investigation now in the exhumation phase.
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The Karnataka government's decision to possibly replace senior IPS officer Pronab Mohanty, the head of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the alleged mass burials in Dharmasthala, has become a focal point. Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara mentioned that the government will make this decision based on legal considerations.
Mohanty, recently included in the list for Director General-rank officers to serve in the union government, may continue his role if allowed by law. Minister Parameshwara confirmed that if permissible, Mohanty would remain; otherwise, a new officer of similar rank will be appointed.
The allegations, involving claims of mass murder and sexual assault spanning two decades, were brought forth by a former sanitation worker, leading to the SIT's current exhumation phase. The investigation team, bolstered by 20 police personnel from Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, and Uttara Kannada, is actively pursuing these grave accusations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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