Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara on Thursday addressed growing public and political concerns over the ongoing investigation into alleged mass graves found in Mangaluru district, asserting that the Congress-led state government holds no agenda to protect or frame anyone.
Speaking to the media, Parameshwara stated, &ldquo;Why did we set up the Special Investigation Team (SIT)? Because we want the truth to come out. That&rsquo;s our only goal, and that's what the people want.&rdquo;
The case involves chilling allegations made by an unidentified complainant, who appeared before a Mangaluru court on July 11, claiming he was forced to bury multiple bodies of women who had allegedly been raped and murdered in Dharmasthala village. The complainant requested police to exhume the bodies in his presence and claimed they showed signs of sexual assault and violent injuries.
Responding to speculation, Parameshwara clarified there is no political motive behind appointing the SIT. &ldquo;No one should misread the government&rsquo;s intention. We are committed to a fair and transparent probe.&rdquo;
He also addressed concerns over SIT Chief DGP Pronab Mohanty&rsquo;s name appearing in a list for central deputation, saying no final decision has been made. &ldquo;Just because his name appears on a list doesn't mean we&rsquo;ve decided anything. The matter is under the jurisdiction of DPAR, which works under the Chief Minister,&rdquo; he noted.
Meanwhile, the SIT, under Mohanty&rsquo;s leadership, has completed excavations at five identified burial sites and is expected to dig four more. However, no physical evidence has been recovered so far.
Parameshwara emphasised, &ldquo;Until the report is submitted, we will not comment further. The investigation must take its full course without speculation.&rdquo;
As the SIT continues its excavation and forensic analysis, the government has reiterated its stand: no cover-ups, no assumptions&mdash;just the truth.
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Home Minister says SIT will ensure transparency in Mangaluru mass grave investigation

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Home Minister says SIT will ensure transparency in Mangaluru mass grave investigation

July 31, 2025 | 18:44 IST