Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Karnataka CM Defends Revanna's Arrest, Boasts Congress Strength
Karnataka's Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah, said that the arrest of JD(S) MLA H D Revanna was done according to the law and the government did not get involved.
He also made fun of the JD(S) saying they will never form the government.
Revanna was arrested for allegedly kidnapping a woman who accused his son of a serious crime.
The Chief Minister said the Congress government follows the law strictly and accused the JD(S) of talking without basis.
He also talked about the state's budget, which will start being prepared from February 2.
He mentioned that Karnataka has a good environment for investments and is attracting global investors.
He also expressed disappointment that Karnataka's float for the Republic Day parade was not chosen.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah asserted that JD(S) MLA H D Revanna's arrest was lawful and the government did not interfere.
Revanna was arrested for allegedly abducting a woman who accused his son of rape.
Siddaramaiah ridiculed JD(S) claims of forming the government, stating they have only 17 seats.
The Chief Minister announced that the state budget preparations will begin on February 2.
Karnataka's tableau was not selected for the Republic Day parade, despite all formalities being completed.
- Who
- Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and JD(S) MLA H D Revanna
- What
- Arrest of H D Revanna and political statements by Siddaramaiah
- When
- Recent events, with budget preparations starting February 2
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- Revanna's arrest related to alleged abduction; Siddaramaiah's statements to assert legal compliance and political dominance
- Arrested Individual
- H D Revanna
- Arrest Reason
- Alleged abduction related to rape case
- CM's Stance
- Arrest followed law, no government interference
- JD(S) Seats
- 17
- Congress Seats
- 140
- Budget Preparation Start
- February 2
- WEF Participation
- Deputy CM and Industries Minister
- Republic Day Tableau Status
- Not selected
