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CBI conducts raid in D K Shivakumar’s 14 properties

As part of investigation of the case of disproportionate assets owned by Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee and its President D K Shivakumar, CBI, conducted raids in his 14 properties. Assets worth 33 crores 92 lakhs were proven illegal by revenue officials.

D K Shivakumar
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Published : Oct 7, 2020, 8:31 PM IST

Bengaluru: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Monday conducted raids at Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee, KPCC President D K Shivakumar’s 14 properties in Karnataka, Mumbai, and Delhi in an alleged corruption case.

As the probe continues, CBI issued summons yesterday to Shivakumar to attend an inquiry within two days. The inquiry will be conducted in the CBI office near Gangenahalli, surrounding RT Nagar police station. CBI officers have reached Delhi in connection with the issue.

The CBI has registered a case against Shivakumar based on the allegation of possession of disproportionate assets amounting to Rs.74.93 crore(approx). His family members are also alleged in the case. During the period of 2013- 2018, revenue department proved assets worth 33 crores 92 lakhs as illegal.

Later, the officials increased it by 44.93% in the 5 year period. CBI officers have valid proof and document on the allegation. Shivakumar will be questioned on the huge accumulation of wealth. He has sought legal help in the case.

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