Tumakuru, May 22 (Reporter) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has been conducting raids on Siddhartha Educational Institutions here for the past two days, with operations extending well beyond 24 hours. The institutions are linked to Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara. ED officials have been scrutinising financial records and other documents extensively, working late into the night. While the agency has not officially disclosed the nature of the investigation, sources indicated that it pertains to alleged financial irregularities. Heavy police deployment remains in place to provide security and maintain order as the ED teams continue their presence on the premises. Entry to Siddhartha Engineering College, a key institution under the scanner, has been strictly restricted. Only students and staff are being permitted, while access to outsiders has been barred during the ongoing probe. The raids have sparked a political controversy, with opposition leaders alleging misuse of central agencies. Congress leaders have accused the BJP-led central government of targeting Dalit leaders, including Dr Parameshwara, in retaliation for recent state government initiatives benefiting SC/ST families. Congress general secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala labeled the raids as acts of political vendetta and attacks on marginalised community leaders. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar have defended Dr Parameshwara, denying any wrongdoing. Further details are awaited...////...