HD Kumaraswamy alleges officials in Hassan demanded Rs 60 lakh to clear crusher files

Economic Times - Nov 9, 2026

Union minister HD Kumaraswamy has accused officials in Karnataka's Hassan district of demanding bribes to clear crusher-related files and land conversion proposals. Releasing 15 pages of purported WhatsApp conversations, he alleged Rs 60 lakh was sought for three files and Rs 75 lakh paid to secure an official's continuation in a post.

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