Bengaluru: A serious allegation has surfaced that crores of rupees worth of furniture for the residential quarters and offices of the state's MLAs were purchased without following the tender process.Also Read: Grant Mandatory Leave - Cast Your Vote - DCM D.K. Shivakumar..!

It has been reported that approximately ₹5.5 crores was spent on the purchase of a total of 750 furniture items, including single and double cots (beds) for the MLAs. This purchase is alleged to have violated the rules of the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurement (KTPP) Act.Also Read: Objection to Internal Reservation Decision: Karnataka High Court Issues Notice to State Government

The direct procurement of furniture, without adhering to procedures such as using the Central Government's GeM (Government e-Marketplace) portal or calling for a mandatory tender, has caused a massive controversy. The government's action highlights the misuse of public money and a lack of transparency.Also Read: Shakti Scheme Benefits Zero in Kalyana Karnataka: R. Ashoka Slams Priyank Kharge!

Opposition parties have demanded an inquiry into this purchase. Officials from the Finance Department are likely to respond soon regarding this matter.SGF11 Women's Kanjivaram Pure Soft Silk Saree With Unstitched Blouse Piece