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In a startling turn of events, the Bengaluru police have taken decisive action following a complaint lodged by the mother of a 17-year-old girl, resulting in charges filed against senior BJP leader and former Chief Minister, B.S. Yediyurappa, aged 81. The complaint, made under the umbrella of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012 (POCSO), has ignited a firestorm of controversy and legal proceedings.
As reported by The Hindu, the charges stem from alleged violations of section 8 of the POCSO Act and Section 354 A of the Indian Penal Code. These serious allegations have thrust the former Chief Minister into the center of a legal maelstrom, with the gravity of the accusations sending shockwaves through political circles.
The complaint was lodged on Thursday evening by the mother, accompanied by her daughter, and was swiftly followed by the official registration of the case, confirmed by senior police officials in the late hours of the night. The incident in question allegedly took place on February 2, 2024, when the mother and daughter sought the assistance of the former Chief Minister in relation to a separate cheating case, according to The Hindu.
The news has sent ripples through the political landscape, with reactions ranging from disbelief to calls for swift and impartial justice. The seriousness of the charges underscores the importance of upholding the integrity of the legal system and ensuring that all individuals, regardless of their stature, are held accountable for their actions.
