Chandru Lamani framed in bribery case as he is an educated Dalit, says Ramesh Jarkiholi
It alleges systemic targeting of Dalit leaders by law enforcement.
Ramesh Jarkiholi, BJP MLA, criticized the arrest of Chandru Lamani, an educated Dalit MLA, alleging that he is being framed due to his background. He called for a fair investigation and expressed concern about the targeting of AHINDA community leaders by law enforcement agencies. Jarkiholi also stated that such incidents are not new and have been happening under various governments, urging all AHINDA leaders to stand against this discrimination.
22 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
MLA Chandru Lamani remanded in judicial custody till March 3
— The Hindu
The Lokayukta Police transported Shirahatti MLA Chandru Lamani to Bengaluru for court appearance following his arrest for accepting a bribe.
23 FEB 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Ramesh Jarkiholi, a BJP MLA, criticized the arrest of Chandru Lamani, an educated Dalit MLA, alleging he is being framed.
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