In Karnataka, the tragic murder of Jain monk Acharya Kamakumar Nandi Maharaj has stirred political controversy. The incident, occurring on July 6, resulted in the arrest of two individuals as the police investigation hinted at a possible financial dispute behind the brutal act. The case attracted attention from the BJP and the Jain community, both demanding a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe.
Sad demise Acharya Shri 108 Kamakumar Nandi Swamiji chikodi Karnataka Had been murdered using current shock and body cut into pieces thrown at Water borewell. pic.twitter.com/pnYKKvh81K
— Mallasarji Janagouda (@mallasarji) July 8, 2023
BJP Calls for CBI Probe in Seer’s Murder
Acharya Kamakumar Nandi Maharaj, the revered seer of Nandi Parvat Jain Ashram in Belagavi district’s Chikkodi, went missing on July 5. The last time anyone saw him alive was when he retired to his room for the night. Concerns arose the next day when the cook noticed his room was empty. After an exhaustive search, the trustees of the ashram filed a missing complaint with Chikkodi police. Tragically, on June 8, the police discovered the seer’s dismembered body in a borewell pit at Khatakbhavi village in Raibag Taluk.
This heinous crime has now become a political battleground, with the BJP seizing the opportunity to criticise the Siddaramaiah government. They are demanding a CBI investigation, citing dissatisfaction with the state police’s handling of the case. During an assembly session, the BJP underscored the need to transfer the case to the Central Bureau of Investigation.
The last rites of Reverend Acharya Shri 108 Kamakumar Nandi Maharaja of Nandi Parvat Ashram held at Heerekudi village and respects were paid to the Reverend.
— Belagavi News Co.in |X| All About Belagavi 🇮🇳 (@belagavi_news) July 9, 2023
We pray that the Lord may grant eternal peace to the Guru's soul and give strength to the devotees.#Jain #Belagavi pic.twitter.com/Z2Kb4fyE7w
BJP Delegation Urges CBI Probe Amid Lawlessness
On Tuesday, adding to the political pressure, a BJP delegation visited the village where the crime took place. Shikaripuram MLA BY Vijayendra said, “Law and order under the Congress government is in shambles. Every day we hear of murder. We want a CBI probe into the murder of Swami Nandi Maharaj.” The Chikodi police have so far arrested two people in connection with the incident and twelve others have been detained.
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Seer’s Tragic Murder Sparks Debate on Law Enforcement
The tragic murder of Acharya Kamakumar Nandi Maharaj has not only left his community in mourning but has also triggered a larger debate on the effectiveness of law enforcement in Karnataka. As political tensions rise, the demand for a CBI investigation echoes the quest for justice and accountability in the wake of this shocking incident.
