"MP Pratap Simha's Brother Detained for Alleged Illegal Tree Felling in Karnataka"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NDTV
Vikram Simha, the brother of BJP MP Pratap Simha, has been arrested in Karnataka for his alleged involvement in the illegal felling of 126 trees worth crores. The arrest was made by the Organised Crime squad of the Central Crime Branch with the help of forest department officials. This incident adds to the controversies surrounding Pratap Simha, who is already facing criticism for a security breach in Parliament linked to a visitor's pass issued by his office. The Opposition is questioning the lack of action against the MP, while he defends his patriotism and anticipates the people's verdict in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.