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News18
19 hours ago
- Politics
- News18
YSRCP MP lodged in Rajamahendravaram central prison
Rajamahendravaram (Andhra Pradesh), Jul 21 (PTI) Rajampet MP PV Midhun Reddy has been lodged in the central prison here, a senior official said on Monday. Reddy, a key YSRCP leader, was arrested on July 19 by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged Rs 3,200-crore liquor scam during the erstwhile YSRCP government. 'At 8.50 pm on July 20, remand prisoner number 4196, PV Midhun Reddy, son of Peddireddi Ramachandra Reddy, entered Rajamahendravaram Central Prison," S Rahul, the prison superintendent, said in an official press release. A local court remanded him to judicial custody until August 1. Rahul said Reddy was booked by the CID in Mangalagiri under IPC Sections 420, 409, 384, 201, and 120B read with Sections 34 and 37. He was also charged under Sections 7, 7A, 8, 12, 13(1)(b), and 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. Rahul added that Reddy underwent a medical examination by the jail medical officer and was found to be normal. He was later shifted to a barrack and is currently in good health. PTI STH SSK Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Liquor ‘scam': YSRCP MP played key role in policy changes
SIT arrests YSRCP MP Midhun Reddy VIJAYAWADA: YSRCP MP PV Midhun Reddy, arrested by an Andhra Pradesh Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with the alleged liquor scam case, has been remanded in judicial custody till Aug 1. Following his arrest Saturday night, he was taken for medical exam to Vijayawada Govt Hospital on Sunday and later produced before ACB Special Court. According to the remand report, Midhun Reddy has been named as accused No 4 in the case related to alleged irregularities in the state's liquor policy between 2019 and 2024, resulting in a 'misappropriation' of about Rs 3,500 crore. The report alleges Midhun Reddy played a role in orchestrating policy changes and coordinating with co-accused to secure kickbacks from distilleries and suppliers. The SIT alleged Midhun Reddy influenced Andhra Pradesh State Beverages Corporation Ltd officials. According to SIT, kickbacks collected from liquor suppliers were routed through a hierarchical chain. The funds were first collected and handed over allegedly to Kesireddy Rajasekhar Reddy, who then 'transferred' them to ex-MP Vijay Sai Reddy, Midhun Reddy, & businessman Govindappa Balaji. These individuals 'transferred' money allegedly to ex-CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy . To execute scheme, officers 'amenable' to the accused's designs were 'strategically appointed to key positions' within govt.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
Andhra Liquor scam: YSRCP MP Midhun Reddy produced before court
Last Updated: Vijayawada, Jul 20 (PTI) YSRCP Lok Sabha member PV Midhun Reddy, an accused in the alleged liquor scam was produced before Vijayawada ACB court on Sunday, said a police official. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) arrested Reddy on Saturday in the alleged Rs 3,500 crore liquor scam during the previous YSRCP regime. The SIT probing the alleged liquor scam grilled Reddy for several hours on Saturday and followed it up with his arrest at around 7:30 pm in Vijayawada. Earlier this morning, SIT officials took Mithun Reddy to a government hospital in Vijayawada, where doctors conducted medical examination. 'The medical team found no health complications; hence, he was presented before the court as per legal protocol," the police official told PTI. Reddy represents Rajampet constituency in Andhra Pradesh. PTI MS GDK ADB Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Andhra Liquor scam: YSRCP MP Midhun Reddy produced before court
YSRCP Lok Sabha member PV Midhun Reddy , an accused in the alleged liquor scam was produced before Vijayawada ACB court on Sunday, said a police official. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) arrested Reddy on Saturday in the alleged Rs 3,500 crore liquor scam during the previous YSRCP regime. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Select a Course Category healthcare Degree Others CXO Digital Marketing PGDM Data Science Product Management Healthcare Project Management Artificial Intelligence Leadership Public Policy Data Science MCA Management Technology MBA Operations Management Finance Cybersecurity others Design Thinking Data Analytics Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Lucknow CERT-IIML Healthcare Management India Starts on undefined Get Details The SIT probing the alleged liquor scam grilled Reddy for several hours on Saturday and followed it up with his arrest at around 7:30 pm in Vijayawada. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Private Jet - The Prices May Surprise You! Private Jet I Search Ads Learn More Undo Earlier this morning, SIT officials took Mithun Reddy to a government hospital in Vijayawada, where doctors conducted medical examination. "The medical team found no health complications; hence, he was presented before the court as per legal protocol," the police official told PTI. Reddy represents Rajampet constituency in Andhra Pradesh.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
YSRCP MP arrested in ₹3,200cr liquor scam in Andhra
YSRCP MP PV Midhun Reddy (File Photo) VIJAYAWADA: YSRCP MP P V Midhun Reddy was arrested by Andhra SIT late on Saturday after nearly seven hours of questioning in the alleged Rs 3,200 crore liquor scam. The arrest comes after the anticipatory bail petitions of Mithun Reddy were rejected by AP high court and Supreme Court, reports Madhu Rasala. He is the second politician to be arrested in the alleged scam that took place during the previous YSRCP rule. With the latest arrest, the number of accused arrested so far has increased to 12. Earlier, Midhun Reddy arrived in Vijayawada from New Delhi amid heightened security. Krishna district police, under the supervision of Gannavaram DSP, ensured a tight security cordon around the airport. All vehicles entering the premises were thoroughly inspected, and the MP was escorted by police to the SIT office. Police had earlier issued a lookout notice and alerted immigration authorities. The SIT, constituted to investigate alleged irregularities in the liquor policy during the previous YSRCP regime, has been probing alleged illegal financial transactions, policy manipulation, and the misuse of official machinery in the framing and implementation of the state's liquor policy. Sources close to the probe said Reddy was allegedly involved in key decision-making meetings regarding the state's liquor procurement and distribution mechanisms. The SIT has reportedly tracked a Rs 5 crore fund transfer from a third-party company to a firm linked to the MP, raising suspicions of money laundering and quid pro quo arrangements. Officials believe Midhun Reddy possesses crucial information about the ultimate beneficiaries of the proceeds generated through the liquor policy.
