The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing allegations of rape against former Minister Ramesh Jarkiholi has filed a ‘B’ report in the case, stating there is no evidence to prove the charge or the other allegations made against him.
The report, ready many months ago, was submitted on Friday as the Karnataka High Court on Thursday had allowed SIT to submit its final report before the jurisdictional magistrate, stating that all questions, including jurisdiction of the investigation agency to conduct the probe, would be open to challenge before the magistrate court. The complainant has questioned the formation of SIT.
The clean chit could potentially pave the way for his reinduction into the Basavaraj Bommai-led Cabinet. He had to step down in 2021 following allegations of rape.
