Unverified Video Sparks Political Storm; Karnataka Govt Signals Probe, IPS Officer Crying ‘Fabrication’ | The Bengaluru Live

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Bengaluru/Belagavi: The Karnataka government has distanced itself from a controversy triggered by the circulation of an unverified video on social media, which allegedly shows a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer in a compromising situation.

The officer concerned, Ramachandra Rao, who holds a DGP-rank position, has categorically denied the authenticity of the video, calling it “fabricated” and stating that he would be consulting legal counsel to examine available remedies.

Home Minister Declines Meeting

Amid growing political and public attention, Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara reportedly declined to meet the officer, who had sought an audience to present his explanation. Sources confirmed that the officer was informed at the gate that the minister was not available to receive him.

Government officials have maintained that no conclusions can be drawn at this stage, and that any action would depend on verification and due process.

CM: Action Only If Allegations Are Established

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, speaking from Belagavi, stated that the matter had come to his notice and emphasized that disciplinary action would follow only if allegations are established through inquiry.

“No one is above the law. If wrongdoing is proven, appropriate action will be taken as per rules,” the Chief Minister said, without commenting on the authenticity of the video.

Ramachandra Rao, who holds a DGP-rank position — **Image Credit: TV9 Kannada Screenshot**

IPS Officer Rejects Claims, Raises Fabrication Angle

Addressing the media, Ramachandra Rao said the video was not genuine and warned against drawing conclusions based on viral content.

“In today’s technological environment, it is possible to create fabricated visuals. This video is shocking to me as well. I will be discussing this with my advocate and seeking a proper investigation,” he said.

He also claimed that the video was being linked to him without verification, and reiterated that no official probe has yet established its origin or authenticity.

Janata Dal (Secular) Ramachandra Rao, who holds a DGP-rank position

Political Reactions on Social Media

Meanwhile, Janata Dal (Secular) shared a post on social media platform X, making political allegations and demanding action. Government sources clarified that these statements represent political opinion, and do not constitute official findings.

Status So Far

Video authenticity not verified
No FIR or departmental inquiry announced as of now
Officer has denied allegations on record
Government states action only after due process

Officials indicated that any further steps would depend on factual verification, forensic examination (if ordered), and established procedures under service rules.