CRF Complains to EC Over BSWML Tenders, Alleges MCC Violations During MLC Polls
- CRF approaches Election Commission of India seeking an independent probe.
- BSWML accused of continuing tender activities despite MCC coming into force on September 22.
- Work orders for five projects allegedly issued during the election code period.
- Six tender packages reportedly processed while the MCC was in force.
Bengaluru: The Citizen Rights Foundation (CRF) has approached the Election Commission of India, alleging that Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) continued tender processes and issued work orders during the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) period for elections to the Karnataka Legislative Council’s Teachers’ and Graduates’ constituencies.
In a complaint submitted on November 6, CRF president K A Paul sought a high-level, independent and time-bound probe into the alleged violations.
The complaint states that work orders for five project packages linked to a tender notification issued on July 30, 2025, were issued on September 23, after the MCC came into force. It also alleges that technical evaluations and the opening of financial bids for six packages, tendered on September 19, took place during the restricted period.
CRF has also questioned fresh tender notifications issued for four packages on September 23 and three more on October 8.
The foundation has sought an investigation into the roles of BSWML Deputy General Manager Chandrashekhar, Chief General Manager S V Rajesh and Chief Executive Officer Karigowda. It has urged the authorities to examine possible favouritism, bid rigging, conflicts of interest and abuse of official position.
The complaint also seeks preservation of tender documents, e-procurement records and approval files. CRF has called for cancellation of the tenders and legal action if violations are established.
