Amassing wealth through corruption is achievement of DKS: Nalin Kateel

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October 5, 2020

Bengaluru, Oct 5: Amassing huge wealth through corruption is the achievement of KPCC President D K Shivakumar, BJP Karnataka State President and MP Nalin Kumar Kateel alleged on Monday.

He was reacting to the allegations made by the Congress on BJP regarding CBI raids on KPCC Chief.

In his tweet Kateel wrote, "Can’t stop laughing at your tweet Karnataka Congress? Why should BJP be rattled with the elevation of Shivakumar as KPCC President? Other than being corrupt and amassing huge wealth, what is his achievement? Isn’t he the same leader who sent cash to your high command?”

Earlier in the day in a series of tweets, Nalin said, “CBI collects enough evidence before raiding any person’s residence or business establishment. If Congress, which has ruled the country for 70 years does not know this fact, it clearly means that they have agreed that they were using CBI to take vengeance on their political opponents.”

“Independent entities like Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Income Tax (IT) are already conducting an investigation on the illegal wealth amassed by Shivakumar. Those investigations are in different stages now. Instead of cooperating with CBI, is it right to have let his supporters attack the vehicles of CBI officers?” he questioned.

“The support is given by national leaders of Congress to him simply means that they are indirectly supporting the illegal property amassed by Shivakumar. It shows that the Congress leaders also have had a share in the illegal wealth accumulated by him, he added.

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From Dubai boom to Bengaluru backlash: Inside CJ Roy’s journey

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January 31,2026

Bengaluru: The shooting incident involving CJ Roy, founder of the Confident Group, has once again put the spotlight on a businessman whose life has swung between flamboyant global success and persistent controversy at home.

Though Roy’s business interests extended across continents, his roots lay firmly in Karnataka. An alumnus of Christ School in Bengaluru, he later moved to Tumakuru to pursue an engineering degree. Those familiar with his early years describe him as intensely ambitious, beginning his career as a salesman at a small electronics firm dealing in computers.

Roy’s entry into large-scale real estate came through the Crystal Group, where he worked closely with Latha Namboothiri and rose from manager to director. However, the launch of the Confident Group in 2005 was clouded by industry speculation. Insiders speak of a fallout involving alleged “benami” properties and claims of deception that ultimately led to his independent venture—an episode Roy spent years trying to distance himself from, according to associates.

A tale of two cities

Roy’s professional trajectory diverged sharply across geographies.

In Dubai, he built a reputation as a bold and efficient developer, completing massive luxury residential projects in record time—some reportedly within 11 months. His rapid project delivery and lavish lifestyle in the Emirates earned him admiration and visibility in the real estate sector.

In Bengaluru, however, his image remained far more fractured. Sources say Roy stayed away from the city for several years amid disputes over unpaid dues to vendors and suppliers. Several projects were allegedly stalled, with accusations of unfulfilled commitments to cement and steel suppliers continuing to follow him.

Roy’s return to Bengaluru’s business and social circles began around 2018, marked by a conscious attempt at rebranding. His appointment as Honorary Consul of the Slovak Republic added diplomatic legitimacy, which he complemented with visible CSR initiatives, including ambulance donations and high-profile charity events.

Heavy police presence in Langford Town

Following the incident, police personnel from the Central division were deployed outside the Confident Group building in Langford Town, which also houses the Slovak Honorary Consulate in Bengaluru.

The otherwise busy premises near Hosur Road wore a deserted look on Friday, reflecting the shock and uncertainty that followed the tragedy.

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