Archive · 18 Jul 2025
Karnataka CM to Decide on SIT Probe After Report on Mass Burials
In Karnataka, there's an ongoing investigation into alleged mass burials at Dharmasthala.
A worker claims to have buried bodies, and the police are looking into it.
The Chief Minister said he'll decide on a special investigation team after getting a report.
A group, including a retired judge, wants this special team to be led by a high-ranking police officer and supervised by a judge for a fair probe.
The government is considering this request.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah stated the government will decide on a Special Investigation Team (SIT) after receiving a police report.
An ex-sanitation worker alleged he buried bodies at Dharmasthala and has provided details to the police.
The worker claims he was forced by temple officials to bury bodies between 1995 and 2014.
The worker has shown the sites where the bodies were buried.
A delegation, including a retired judge, requested an SIT probe, monitored by a judge.
- Who
- Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, an ex-sanitation worker, and a delegation led by a retired judge.
- What
- The government's response to the allegations of mass burials at Dharmasthala.
- When
- The CM responded on Friday after a delegation made their request.
- Where
- Dharmasthala, Karnataka.
- Why
- To determine the appropriate investigation into alleged mass burials and to ensure a fair process.
Government Position
Delegation/Activist Position
Investigation Approach
Government Position
Act as per Law
Delegation/Activist Position
SIT Probe, monitored by a judge
- Location
- Dharmasthala, Karnataka
- Allegations
- Mass Burials
- Accusation
- Ex-sanitation worker
- Worker's Claim
- Forced to bury bodies by temple officials
- Timeframe
- 1995-2014
- CM's Stance
- To act as per law
- Request
- SIT probe
