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Karnataka Pauses SIT Probe into Alleged Mass Burials

8/19/2025

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The Karnataka government has paused the SIT investigation into alleged mass burials in Dharmasthala, pending analysis of exhumed remains.
Home Minister G. Parameshwara indicated that results will inform future actions.
BJP leaders assert the allegations aim to defame the temple, while the SIT considers advanced forensic tests on the remains.
Political tensions escalate with mutual accusations and calls for media regulation regarding the case.

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The Karnataka government has paused the SIT investigation into alleged mass burials in Dharmasthala, pending analysis of exhumed remains.
Home Minister G. Parameshwara indicated that results will inform future actions.
BJP leaders assert the allegations aim to defame the temple, while the SIT considers advanced forensic tests on the remains.
Political tensions escalate with mutual accusations and calls for media regulation regarding the case.