Archive · 24 Jan 2026
BJP Accuses Karnataka Excise Minister of Rs 2,500 Crore Scam
The BJP in Karnataka is accusing the Excise Minister, R B Timmapur, of being involved in a big scam worth Rs 2,500 crore.
They say he and his son are involved in giving out liquor licenses in a wrong way and taking bribes.
The BJP says this money is being used to help the Congress party in elections in other states like Assam and Kerala.
The BJP has audio and video evidence and has complained to the Lokayukta.
The Minister says these claims are false.
The Assembly had to be adjourned because of the big fight between the BJP and the Congress party.
BJP alleges a Rs 2,500 crore scam in Karnataka's Excise Department involving liquor licensing.
BJP demands the resignation of Excise Minister R B Timmapur, accusing him and his son of corruption.
Allegations include bribes being collected to fund elections in Assam, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
BJP claims to have audio and video evidence, while the Minister denies all allegations as false.
The Karnataka Legislative Assembly was adjourned multiple times due to protests and heated exchanges.
- Who
- BJP and Karnataka Excise Minister R B Timmapur
- What
- Allegations of a Rs 2,500 crore scam in the Excise Department
- When
- January 23, 2024
- Where
- Karnataka Legislative Assembly, Bengaluru
- Why
- BJP claims corruption in liquor licensing and diversion of funds for elections
- Alleged Scam Amount
- Rs 2,500 crore
- Accused Minister
- R B Timmapur
- Allegations
- Liquor licensing corruption, bribes for elections
- Evidence Claimed
- Audio and video clips, pen drive
- Lokayukta Action
- Complaint registered, arrests made
- States Involved
- Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu
- House Adjournment
- January 27
