Fouzia Tarannum: CM Siddaramaiah Reacts to BJP MLC Ravi Kumar's Remarks on IAS Officer, Says 'Not Appropriate'

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has strongly condemned the controversial remarks made by BJP MLC and Chief Whip N Ravi Kumar against Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Tarannum, calling them inappropriate and socially divisive. “Whatever BJP MLC Ravi Kumar said is not appropriate. This is a statement meant to create enmity. Nothing will happen to her, but it is intended to disturb harmony in society,” the CM said.

CM Siddaramaiah Reacts to BJP MLC Ravi Kumar's Remarks on IAS Officer, Says 'Not Appropriate'

I strongly condemn the unacceptable and derogatory remarks made against Ms. Fouzia Taranum, IAS, by a BJP legislator.

Ms. Taranum, a respected officer of the All India Services, was one of the 22 recipients of the prestigious Best Electoral Practices Award conferred by the…

— DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) May 27, 2025

He confirmed that a police complaint and FIR will be filed against Ravi Kumar over the matter and stressed that such behaviour would not be tolerated in a democratic setup. “I strongly condemn it,” he added.

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Joining him, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar also took to social media to express his disapproval, writing: “I strongly condemn the unacceptable and derogatory remarks made against Ms. Fouzia Taranum, IAS, by a BJP legislator.”

Highlighting her achievements, Shivakumar stated, “Ms. Taranum, a respected officer of the All India Services, was one of the 22 recipients of the prestigious Best Electoral Practices Award conferred by the Hon’ble President of India. Targeting such an accomplished civil servant with hateful and vilifying statements reflects the deeply toxic mindset prevalent in the BJP’s ranks.”

He further assured that the Karnataka government stands firmly with Fouzia Tarannum, upholding the dignity and integrity of its civil services. The incident has sparked political debate, with calls for accountability and action against those making communal or derogatory remarks against bureaucrats performing their duties.