Archive · 16 Sep 2025
CBI: Funds Transferred to Associates of Former Karnataka Minister
The CBI is investigating the alleged misuse of government funds meant for tribal communities in Karnataka.
Raids were conducted in multiple locations tied to former minister L Nagendra and his associates.
The investigation revealed funds from the ST Welfare Department and KGTTI were transferred through various firms.
A significant portion of the money was routed to Nagendra's relatives and associates.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is handling the money laundering aspect, including attachment of assets.
The CBI has filed status reports as the investigation continues.
CBI raided 16 locations in Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh related to the Valmiki STDC.
The investigation involves the alleged diversion of funds meant for tribal communities.
Funds were routed to associates and relatives of former Karnataka Minister L Nagendra.
Funds from the ST Welfare Department and KGTTI were also diverted.
The ED is investigating the money laundering aspect, with properties and bank accounts attached.
- Who
- CBI, L Nagendra, and associates
- What
- Investigation into the diversion of funds from the Valmiki STDC and other departments
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- Investigation into misappropriation of funds from the Valmiki Corporation.
Allegations of Corruption
Ongoing Investigation
Fund Misuse
Allegations of Corruption
Government funds were illegally diverted for personal gain.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation is ongoing and details are yet to be revealed.
- Involved
- Former Karnataka Minister L Nagendra, associates
- Organization
- CBI, ED
- Case
- Valmiki STDC Scam
- Date of Raids
- Monday
- Locations Searched
- Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
- Funds Misappropriated
- Rs 84.63 crore
- ED Attachment
- Rs 4.45 crore worth of property
