On Wednesday, the Karnataka government reversed its decision to have the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) look into possible negligence and shortcomings by police officers at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru, in connection with the gold smuggling case involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao. This investigation had been launched on Monday night.
The new order to halt the CID inquiry mentioned that Additional Chief Secretary Gaurav Gupta is already investigating the potential involvement of Ranya’s stepfather, K Ramachandra Rao, who is a DGP and currently serves as the Managing Director of the Karnataka State Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corporation.
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Gupta’s investigation will delve into the details and events that led to the improper use of protocol-related facilities and Rao’s connection to the situation. In a statement, Rao conveyed his shock and distress regarding the ongoing controversy. “Words cannot adequately capture the extent of my shock, pain, and devastation caused by the recent events.
This is an incredibly challenging time for my family and me, and we are finding it hard to come to terms with it. If Ranya has violated any laws, the legal system will address it accordingly.” Earlier today, a special court in Bengaluru that handles Economic Offences postponed its decision on Ranya’s bail request, with a ruling expected on March 14.
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