SIT Whistleblower Reveals Details After 5-Hour Testimony
Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case: Complainant appears Before SIT as Examination intensifies
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Mangaluru, Karnataka – July 27, 2025 – The investigation into the alleged mass burial of women and children in Dharmasthala has entered a critical phase, with the primary complainant appearing before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Mangaluru on Saturday, July 26. The former sanitation worker, a Dalit man aged 48, provided over five hours of testimony to the SIT, marking a important development in a case that has raised profound questions about accountability and justice.
SIT Takes Charge of Dharmasthala Probe
The SIT,established by the karnataka government on July 19,has officially taken over the case files from the Dakshina Kannada district police. Led by DGP Pronab Mohanty, head of the Internal Security Division and Cyber Command, the SIT’s appointment was a direct response to the whistleblower’s legal team, who advocated for Mohanty’s leadership to ensure an impartial and independent inquiry.The SIT has established its operational base at the PWD Inspection Bungalow in Mallikatte, Kadri, Mangaluru, dedicating two rooms for its intensive work.
key Developments and SIT Operations
senior SIT officials,including DIG M N Anucheth and DySP Jitendra Kumar Dayama,arrived in Mangaluru on Friday,July 25,to oversee the transition and commence their review. Their immediate focus will be on meticulously examining land survey records and other pertinent documents associated with the alleged burial sites. The complainant’s legal team received the notice for questioning late Friday night, underscoring the urgency and swiftness of the SIT’s initial actions.
The Core Allegations: A Decade of Disturbing Practices
The investigation stems from the harrowing allegations of a former sanitation worker who claims he was instructed by supervisors to bury the bodies of numerous women and children between 1995 and 2015. These disturbing practices, if proven, point to a systemic issue spanning two decades.
Evidence Presented by the Complainant
To substantiate his claims, the complainant has provided the police with skeletal remains, allegedly exhumed from one of the purported burial sites. this crucial evidence formed the basis for the case officially registered on July 4, initiating the formal investigation process.
Ensuring Impartiality and Long-Term Value
The establishment of the SIT under DGP Pronab Mohanty’s leadership is a testament to the government’s commitment to a thorough and unbiased investigation.The detailed questioning of the complainant and the SIT’s focus on documentary evidence are foundational steps in uncovering the truth.
The Future of the Dharmasthala Investigation
As the SIT delves deeper into the evidence and continues its inquiries, the Dharmasthala mass burial case is poised to become a landmark investigation.The principles of openness and accountability being applied here will set a precedent for similar cases, ensuring that such allegations are met with rigorous scrutiny and that justice is served, regardless of the timeline or the parties involved. The comprehensive approach taken by the SIT aims to build a definitive record, providing lasting value for understanding and addressing systemic issues in the future.