Bengaluru, June 12 -- Another explosive twist has emerged in the controversy surrounding the Dharmasthala skull case, with fresh allegations surfacing about an alleged conspiracy to tarnish the image of the renowned pilgrimage centre.

Chinnayya, who was earlier associated with the group at the centre of the controversy, has now approached the Karnataka High Court with a writ petition detailing what he claims was a well-planned operation against Dharmasthala.

Actor Prakash Raj mentioned in plea

In his petition, Chinnayya has made several sensational allegations, including the mention of actor Prakash Raj. According to him, one night at around 8 pm, Girish Mattannavar allegedly called Prakash Raj and handed over the phone to him.

Chinna...