Bengaluru
A recent investigation has unveiled a perplexing twist in a contentious situation involving the Bruhat Mahanagara Palike (BBMP). Among the group of 57 contractors who had penned a letter of grievance to the governor, accusing the state government of commissions and demanding the release of outstanding payments, a startling revelation has emerged. It has come to light that 19 of these contractors allegedly signed the complaint letter despite not having undertaken any work at all. The saga initially revolved around contractors who accused Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Urban Development Minister, DK Shivakumar, of hindering the disbursement of pending payments. These contractors had even resorted to issuing threats of suicide to draw attention to their grievances. They claimed that the release of their dues was being obstructed, despite their completion of the projects. Shivakumar’s purported influence in delaying payments led the contractors to write to the governor seeking intervention and urging proper directions to expedite the bill clearance process. However, a deeper investigation has revealed an unsettling pattern of deception. During the course of the police inquiry, 57 contractors were summoned for questioning, following notices issued by the Highgrounds Police Station. These contractors appeared before ACP Prakash Reddy of the Seshadripur sub-division to provide statements. The investigation meticulously delved into the specifics of each contractor’s work, payment records, outstanding dues, and related documentation. As a result, a shocking revelation has emerged: 19 of the contractors who signed the complaint letter reportedly had no history of performing any work at all. This discovery has raised concerns about the authenticity of the allegations, shedding light on a potential attempt to manipulate the situation for personal gain.
