Karnataka Bhavan row: OSD to DCM files complaint against CM’s aide

In Karnataka, a typical war between two babus has reached to a flash point. Their Delhi war of words have now reached to Bengaluru. According to information, a turf war between state’s top political bosses spilled over into a dramatic public spat in Delhi on Friday, as aides of chief minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar clashed inside Karnataka Bhavan, prompting formal complaints and calls for an inquiry.the incident involved C Mohan Kumar, special duty officer (SDO) to the CM, and H Anjaneya, SDO to the deputy CM. The confrontation reportedly heated up when Mohan Kumar shouted at Anjaneya, threatening to hit him. This was allegedly said in front of other govt staff. Anjaneya filed a formal complaint with the additional resident commissioner and Karnataka chief secretary Shalini Rajneesh, seeking action against Mohan Kumar for issuing threats.

Special Officer to Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar files a complaint against Mohan Kumar, Special Officer to the Chief Minister pic.twitter.com/M7nJdLLtek

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What started as a verbal dispute between the two aides escalated after women employees at Karnataka Bhavan allegedly accused the DCM’s aide of using unparliamentary language and abusive terms in their presence earlier that day. CMO officials claim the situation worsened when Mohan Kumar confronted Anjaneya over his remarks about the women staff. This confrontation soon degenerated into a full-blown verbal brawl between the two SDOs.The matter is expected to undergo official investigation as the resident commissioner’s office has confirmed that it will follow due process in addressing the complaint.

(State Correspondent)