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AP-born CBI officer wins President's Police Medal
1 2 Hyderabad: Andhra Pradesh–born Bandi Peddiraju, additional superintendent of police at the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) headquarters in New Delhi, has been awarded the President's Police Medal for Distinguished Service on Friday during the Independence Day celebrations . A native of Srungavruksham village in Bantumilli, West Godavari district, Peddiraju has served in the CBI for 32 years, handling several high-profile cases, including the 2005 Paritala Ravi murder. Joining the CBI as a constable in 1993, he rose through the ranks — sub-inspector in 1997, inspector in 2003, deputy SP in 2016, and additional SP in 2023. Over the years, he has received more than 150 rewards and several national honours, including the All India Gold Medal for Best Investigating Officer (2008), Data Security Council of India's "India Cyber Cop of the Year" (2019), Outstanding Investigating Officer awards (2014, 2018), Indian Police Medal (2017), and the Union Home Minister's Medal for Excellence in Investigation (2019). You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad | Gold Rates Today in Hyderabad | Silver Rates Today in Hyderabad Peddiraju has probed major criminal and cybercrime cases nationwide. As chief investigating officer in the NEET-UG 2024 paper leak case, he oversaw the arrest of 45 accused and exposed a multi-state racket involving school officials, printing press employees, and solver gangs. In the Paritala Ravi murder case in 2005, his probe confirmed faction-related motives, leading to the conviction of eight people, including conspirator Maddelacheruvu Suri. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo In 2011, he cracked murder case of Satish Kumar -- son of Madras high court advocate R Sankara Subbu -- which was handed to the CBI after allegations against local police. In 2023, he led nationwide raids against tech-support scam call centres impersonating Microsoft and Amazon, exposing a massive fraud targeting foreign victims. He investigated the Ramar Herbal Fuel scam, which duped the public of Rs 2.2 crore, and the BITS Pilani online entrance exam scam involving remote hacking to help candidates cheat for Rs 10–12 lakh each. In 2020, he probed the Andhra Pradesh high court judges' social media abuse case, tracking threats and defamatory content against the judiciary. Beyond policing, Peddiraju runs the Bantumilli educational trust in his village to support underprivileged students. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Krishna Janmashtami Wishes ,, messages , and quotes !
Hans India
23-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Mini Mahanadu held in Raptadu
Raptadu: At the Mini Mahanadu held at Tirumala Devara Devasthanam in Nasanakota, Raptadu constituency, TDP MLA Paritala Sunitha gave a clarion call to party workers to stay united and strive for unanimous wins in upcoming local body elections, inspired by the legacy of late Paritala Ravindra. The event witnessed a massive turnout, transforming the surroundings into a sea of yellow. Sunitha assured that no TDP worker who carried the party flag and worked hard would be ignored. 'This victory belongs to you, and I will work for your welfare,' she said. She recalled the contributions of NTR and Chandrababu Naidu in empowering leaders like her and her late husband, Paritala Ravi, whose ministerial appointment was backed by NTR despite opposition. Sunitha appreciated the dedication of party workers who stood by the party through hardships under the previous YSRCP regime and said their efforts resulted in her resounding electoral win. She pledged justice to all party activists and leaders over the next four years. The event passed 22 key resolutions focusing on, Completion of the Jeedipalli Peruru project. Protection wall for Nadimivanka in Anantapur Rural. Tahsildar offices in Atmakur and Anantapur Rural. Action against irregularities in housing by former MLA Thopudurthi. Development of solar and wind power projects in Kanaganapalli. Reopening of Ramagiri gold mines and encouragement of industries like Jockey. These resolutions will be submitted to CM Chandrababu Naidu for further action. TDP Leaders Recall Paritala Ravi's Legacy TDP Hindupur Parliament President Anjanappa and Raptadu Observer Krishnamma urged cadres to draw inspiration from Paritala Ravi's legacy, stating that his name is synonymous with Anantapur TDP. They encouraged collective efforts to bring all TDP-led initiatives to the people and eliminate YSRCP influence permanently. They concluded by assuring that every hardworking party worker will be recognized, and that both CM Chandrababu Naidu and National General Secretary Nara Lokesh prioritize the well-being of party activists.
