Amaravati: YSRCP senior leader and former Rajya Sabha MP Vijayasai Reddy was questioned by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) for over three hours on Friday in connection with the ongoing Andhra Pradesh liquor scam. SIT officials reportedly posed a series of pointed questions, with Reddy later briefing the media on the proceedings.
Reddy confirmed that two key meetings linked to the case were held at his residences in Hyderabad and Vijayawada in late 2019. He stated that Vasudeva Reddy, Sridhar Reddy, Mithun Reddy, Satyaprasad, and Kasi Reddy were present at these gatherings, while Krishna Mohan Reddy and Dhanunjaya Reddy did not attend.
During the interrogation, SIT officials sought clarity on the alleged financial network. Vijayasai Reddy revealed that Avinash Reddy, a close relative of Kasi Reddy, along with aides Chanakya, Kiran, Sumit, and Saif, were involved in the broader network. However, when asked about the alleged transfer of bribes, Reddy claimed ignorance. “I only helped arrange loans. I have no knowledge of how the funds were utilized,” he said, adding that one person reportedly received ₹60 crore and another Rs 40 crore.
When asked about the mastermind behind the scam, Reddy suggested that Kasi Reddy could reveal the main figure. He distanced himself from Mithun Reddy’s role, stating he had no information and suggested the SIT question Mithun directly.
Vijayasai Reddy assured full cooperation with the investigation and confirmed he would appear for questioning again if summoned by the SIT.