Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah filed a petition in the high court challenging Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot’s order permitting his prosecution in the MUDA site allotment scam. The Governor’s decision followed complaints by activists. In protest, Congress leaders initiated state-wide demonstrations. An inquiry commission led by Justice P N Desai was established to investigate the case.

Chandra Bellan belongs to the Kothar tribe of Tamil Nadu, located in the Gokal village, Ooty.

Since mango farming is widespread in areas around Bodinayakanur, the woman decided to venture into a business related to value-added products from mangoes.