The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Delhi Police has issued a legal notice to Karnataka’s Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar and his brother, demanding detailed financial records and communications linked to funding of Young Indian the company at the centre of the National Herald controversy. They must appear or submit required documents by 19 December 2025.
What’s the core issue
Investigators believe Shivakumar possesses “vital information” about donations or financial transfers made to Young Indian and want clarity on the source, purpose, and documentation of those funds.
The notice comes even after a previous investigation by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), which had filed a chargesheet. Shivakumar has argued that the fresh police notice after an ED probe is unnecessary and amounts to harassment.
Shivakumar’s reaction
Shivakumar described the notice as “shocking” and “harassment.” Moreover, he insisted that he and his brother had already cooperated with the ED, and therefore, no wrongdoing had occurred. In addition, he emphasized that the funds in question were legitimate either personal or party-related donations. Finally, he committed to legally contesting the notice, underscoring his determination to challenge what he viewed as an unjust action.
Shivakumar has until 19 December 2025 to comply with the EOW notice. The probe could probe into bank transfers, donation receipts, communication records and more. The development adds legal and political pressure on one of Karnataka’s top leaders ahead of ongoing factional and leadership dynamics in the state.
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