Shiva Prakash Devaraju, who served as the Lokayukta Superintendent of Police (SP) for Bengaluru-1 and held additional charge of Bengaluru-2, was relieved of his responsibilities on July 9, 2026, according to an official order issued by the Karnataka government.
Details of the Transfer Order
The order, dated July 9, 2026, confirmed that Devaraju was immediately relieved from both positions. The government did not specify a reason for the transfer, nor did it announce a successor at the time of the order. Devaraju had been holding the additional charge of Bengaluru-2 since an earlier posting.
Impact on Lokayukta Operations
The transfer of the senior police officer comes amid ongoing investigations by the Karnataka Lokayukta into corruption cases in the state. The Bengaluru units handle complaints and inquiries related to government departments and public servants in the capital region. The sudden change in leadership may affect the pace of pending cases, though the Lokayukta office is expected to appoint an interim arrangement.
Devaraju had served in the Lokayukta for several years, overseeing probes into land scams and administrative irregularities. His transfer has sparked speculation among officials about possible administrative reshuffles ahead of upcoming state events.
