Activist Files Formal Complaint Against NICE Officials Over Alleged BMIC Document Destruction
In a significant development concerning the Bangalore-Mysore Infrastructure Corridor (BMIC) project, a concerned activist has lodged a formal police complaint against key officials of Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprise (NICE). The complaint, filed at the Vidhana Soudha Police Station in Bengaluru on Friday, alleges deliberate destruction of crucial records related to the controversial infrastructure project.
Key Individuals Named in the Complaint
The police complaint specifically names three prominent individuals connected to the BMIC project. Ashok Kheny, the Managing Director of NICE, stands as the primary accused in this matter. Additionally, the complaint includes Shivkumar Kheny, who serves as a Director at NICE, and Major CR Ramesh, the former Public Works Department Secretary who was involved with the project during his tenure.
Allegations of Record Destruction
The core allegation in the complaint centers around the purported destruction of official documents and records pertaining to the BMIC project. The activist claims that these actions were intentional and aimed at concealing information that could be vital for transparency and accountability regarding the infrastructure corridor's development and implementation.
The BMIC project, which aims to create an expressway connecting Bangalore and Mysore, has been a subject of public debate and legal scrutiny for years. Allegations of irregularities, land acquisition issues, and procedural violations have surrounded the project since its inception, making document preservation crucial for any investigations or audits.
Legal and Administrative Implications
This police complaint represents a formal escalation of concerns that have been circulating among activists and observers of the BMIC project. By moving the matter to the jurisdiction of the Vidhana Soudha Police, the activist seeks official investigation into whether document destruction occurred and, if so, who authorized or executed such actions.
The inclusion of a former senior government official like Major CR Ramesh in the complaint suggests the allegations may extend beyond corporate entities to involve public administration aspects of the project. This development could potentially trigger broader inquiries into document management practices within government departments handling large infrastructure projects.
As the complaint progresses through police channels, it may prompt renewed scrutiny of the BMIC project's documentation and record-keeping protocols. The outcome could have implications for how infrastructure projects in Karnataka maintain and preserve official records throughout their lifecycle.
