Arrest of Whistleblower in Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case by SIT

23 Aug 2025 09:54 IST

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the Dharmasthala mass burial case has arrested the whistleblower who alleged mass rapes and burials in Karnataka. The complainant had filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court, leading to the SIT probe. The SIT arrested the complainant based on discrepancies found in his statements and evidence collected during the investigation. The case has garnered significant attention and raised concerns about the handling of sensitive cases and protection of whistleblowers.

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