Political tensions in the state have intensified following a series of challenges and counter-challenges between MLAs Arikepudi Gandhi and Kaushik Reddy. Former Minister Harish Rao and BRS leaders have demanded the arrest of Gandhi and his followers, and the suspension of the CI and ACP accused of inciting violence. In response, police have detained those involved.
Currently, a high-drama situation is unfolding as BRS leaders are being transported under unclear circumstances. For the past two hours, police have been driving them over 100 kilometers without providing clear information on their destination. One vehicle has been redirected towards Thallakondapalli, while another is heading towards Keshampet. Local BRS leaders have intervened, staging a protest on the road.
బీఆర్ఎస్ నేతలను అక్రమంగా అరెస్ట్ చేసి తరలిస్తున్న వాహనాలను అడుగడుగునా అడ్డుకుంటున్న బీఆర్ఎస్ కార్యకర్తలు.#BRSparty @BRSHarish pic.twitter.com/mRsOfC0f6n
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Harish Rao has expressed strong frustration over the police actions, questioning whether the response to seeking justice should be violence. He has demanded that a case of attempted murder be filed against Gandhi, and warned that they will approach the court if their demands are not met.