Archive · 29 Jul 2026
BJP Demands CBI Probe in KPSC Recruitment Scam
The BJP in Karnataka wants the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or a high court judge to investigate a recruitment scam involving veterinary officers.
The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has already put the final selection list on hold and is looking into the matter internally.
The BJP says an internal inquiry isn't enough and wants a more thorough investigation.
The allegations were brought to light after a complaint was lodged and an FIR was registered earlier this month.
The BJP alleges a Rs 400 crore scam and questions the state government's reluctance to hand over the case to the CBI.
The Karnataka Home Minister has stated that the cases have been handed over to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
BJP demands CBI probe into alleged corruption in KPSC veterinary officer recruitment.
KPSC puts final selection list on hold pending internal inquiry.
Internal Inquiry Sub-Committee constituted by KPSC to examine allegations.
Complaint lodged at Vidhana Soudha Police Station on July 24, FIR registered on July 25.
BJP delegation led by R Ashoka, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, and Suresh Kumar visited on Monday.
- Who
- BJP and KPSC
- What
- Demand for a CBI probe into alleged corruption in the recruitment of veterinary officers
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Bengaluru
- Why
- Allegations of large-scale corruption in the recruitment process
BJP's Demand for CBI Probe
KPSC's Internal Inquiry
Investigation Authority
BJP's Demand for CBI Probe
BJP demands a CBI probe or a sitting judge of the Karnataka High Court to investigate the alleged corruption in the recruitment process.
KPSC's Internal Inquiry
KPSC has constituted an Internal Inquiry Sub-Committee to examine the allegations internally.
- Date of Demand
- Monday
- Complaint Lodged
- July 24
- FIR Registered
- July 25
- BJP Delegation Leaders
- R Ashoka, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, Suresh Kumar
- Position Held by KPSC
- Put on hold the final selection list for veterinary officers
- Alleged Scam Amount
- Rs 400 crore
- Investigation Agency
- CID
