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India Today
01-08-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Caught on camera: Andhra Minister's cousin slaps cop at temple, arrested
Telugu Desam Party (TDP) Minister BC Janardhan Reddy's cousin brother slapped an on-duty police constable during a temple inauguration in Andhra Pradesh's Nandyal district. A video of the incident has now gone viral on social a shocking incident, the brother of TDP Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy slapped a police constable on duty, openly displaying the arrogance and lawlessness associated with TDP leaders and their families. The assault happened in public view, yet no immediate action was taken, YSR Congress Party (@YSRCParty) July 31, 2025advertisementThe incident took place on Thursday at the Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple in Kolimigundla constable Jaswanth Kumar was posted at the venue and stopped the Minister's cousin, Bobbala Madana Bhupal Reddy, from entering a restricted area. According to the complaint, Reddy allegedly abused and slapped the constable in public view. Following this, the Kolimigundla police registered a case under IPC Sections 132, 121(1), 126(2), and 351(2), which deal with obstructing and assaulting a public servant on duty. Bhupal Reddy was arrested on Friday Minister BC Janardhan Reddy, who was present at the event, condemned the incident. In a statement, he said, 'I strongly condemn the assault on the AR constable. As soon as I came to know about the incident, I issued instructions to senior police officials to register an FIR and take legal action against whoever was involved. There is no place for such behaviour in public life. Those in public life should act responsibly.'The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) criticised the incident, calling it a sign of growing impunity among those close to power. In a post on X, the party said, 'This shameful act reflects the growing impunity enjoyed by those close to power, where even law enforcement officers are not spared. The silence of the government on this incident raises serious concerns about rule of law in Andhra Pradesh.'- EndsTune InMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Andhra Pradesh
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
A.P. will emerge as key aviation investment hub, says Minister
Aviation players, including Sarla Aviation, Golden Epaulettes Aviation Academy, and Hariban Aeronautics Pvt. Ltd., have expressed interest in setting up manufacturing and training facilities in Andhra Pradesh. Minister for Roads & Buildings, Infrastructure and Investments, B.C. Janardhan Reddy, after a meeting with these industrialists at the Secretariat, said that a favourable ecosystem in the State was attracting long-term and reliable investments. Sarla Aviation, a leader in EVTOL aircraft, has proposed establishing a production unit, while Golden Epaulettes plans to open a pilot training academy in the State. Hariban Aeronautics is keen to manufacture aviation and nautical equipment catering to defense and agriculture sectors, the Minister said. Additionally, CtrlS, a prominent data centre company, has shown intent to invest ₹500 crore in the State. Mr. Reddy emphasised that Andhra Pradesh is on track to become a global electric aircraft manufacturing hub. 'With improved infrastructure, policy support, and skilled youth, the State is regaining investors' confidence,' he said.
