Bengaluru, Oct. 22 -- Chief minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said the state has effectively curbed "unconstitutional and unethical moral policing" that once disrupted Karnataka's dignity and progress, crediting the police department for restoring discipline and public trust.

"Illegal and unconstitutional moral policing that had tarnished the state's reputation has now been brought under control. The credit for this achievement goes entirely to the police department," Siddaramaiah said while addressing the Police Commemoration Day event in Bengaluru.

He said Karnataka's growth depended on the police maintaining peace and order. "If the police uphold law and order, the state's development becomes possible," he remarked, praising the force...