A serious altercation at Karnataka Bhavan in New Delhi has escalated into a significant political issue in Karnataka. On July 22, 2025, H. Anjaneya, Special Officer to Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, lodged a formal complaint with Resident Commissioner Imkongla Jamir, alleging that C. Mohan Kumar, Assistant Resident Commissioner and Special Officer to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, threatened to assault him with a shoe in the presence of staff.
Anjaneya described the act as a grave insult to his "honor and self-respect" and demanded criminal action against Mohan Kumar.In his complaint, Anjaneya, a Group-B officer, further alleged that Mohan Kumar had been persistently interfering with his duties at Karnataka Bhavan, creating obstacles in his work.
He claimed that Mohan Kumar’s behavior, driven by the "ego of being associated with the Chief Minister," included ongoing harassment and attempts to undermine his professional responsibilities.Official Response and Inquiry Resident Commissioner Imkongla Jamir confirmed receiving the complaint on July 22 and stated that appropriate action is being taken in accordance with regulations.
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Speaking to PTI, Jamir noted, "We are addressing the matter as per the rules." Karnataka’s Chief Secretary, Shalini Rajneesh, has directed an official inquiry to investigate the incident thoroughly, with a detailed report requested to resolve the issue.In response, Mohan Kumar denied the assault allegations, claiming the confrontation stemmed from Anjaneya’s alleged use of inappropriate language toward women staff at Karnataka Bhavan.
Kumar stated he was addressing this misconduct to maintain discipline, and women staff reportedly filed complaints with the Women’s Commission regarding Anjaneya’s behavior.Political and Administrative Implications The incident has spotlighted underlying tensions between the offices of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, fueling speculation of a power struggle within the Congress-led Karnataka government.
The Karnataka BJP, led by Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka, capitalized on the incident, accusing the Congress leadership of failing to maintain order. Ashoka remarked, “The open conflict between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar’s aides at Karnataka Bhavan reflects a collapse of governance and discipline in the Congress government.”This clash raises critical questions about cooperation and professionalism among senior officials.
It also highlights concerns about the misuse of authority, internal discipline at Karnataka Bhavan, and the broader dynamics of power within the state’s administration. As the inquiry progresses, the incident continues to generate debate about accountability and conduct in Karnataka’s political and bureaucratic spheres.