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Hans India
13 hours ago
- Hans India
Fight Against Drugs: Revanth asks schools, colleges to be vigilant
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday warned educational institutions that cases would be booked against them if drugs were found in their premises. The CM announced that the state's Anti-Narcotics Bureau would henceforth be known as Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE) and was tasked with curbing the menace of narcotics in the state. Speaking at an event marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2025 at Shilpakala Vedika here, Reddy placed an onus on educational institutions to ensure their campuses were free of drugs. 'It is the responsibility of school and college managements which take lakhs of rupees from parents, to monitor students. Parents entrust the responsibility of their children to them. Hence, they can't act irresponsibly while accepting huge fees from parents. I order DGP and anti-narcotics officials that cases be booked against the managements of educational institutes if drugs were found in their premises,' he said. The Chief Minister also suggested that educational institutions should engage professional child psychologists to monitor 'behavioral changes' among students. Since children spend most of their time in educational institutions, the school and college authorities should keep a tab on them, he said. He also urged students to immediately report to authorities in case they find drugs in the premises of their schools or colleges. He instructed the Chief Secretary and other senior officials to hold meetings with the managements of schools and colleges to reinforce their responsibilities. Telangana, known for people's struggles, cannot become a hub of narcotics, he added. While launching EAGLE, the renamed version of Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau (TGANB), on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that EAGLE would ensure that Telangana would become a drugs-free state. 'The EAGLE will keep a close eye on the movement of cannabis and drugs in the state. For a drug-free Telangana, I want everyone to work together with the government. We can control drugs only if we all are vigilant,' he said. Telugu film actors Ram Charan and Vijay Devarakonda, badminton chief national coach Pullela Gopichand, state DGP Jitender and others attended the event. Praising Ram Charan and Vijay Devarakonda for their hard work and dedication in the film industry, the Chief Minister said youth should be inspired by the real-life story of the actors and not the roles they play in films. Ram Charan, who also spoke at the event, appealed to the audience, largely comprising youth, to work hard and lead a life of happiness and not fall prey to narcotics.
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First Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- First Post
Case filed against actor Vijay Devarakonda under SC/ST Act over his comments on tribal people: Decoding what the actor said
'The remarks were viewed as a serious insult to the self-respect and dignity of the tribal community. Therefore, the complainant requested to take necessary action against Shri Vijay Devarakonda as per law,' the Police FIR stated read more A complaint has been filed against actor Vijay Deverakonda under the SC/ST Act for allegedly making remarks that hurt the sentiments of the tribal community. The complaint, lodged by Nenavath Ashok Kumar Naik, the State President of the Joint Action Committee of Tribal Communities, claims that Deverakonda's comments during a pre-release event for the movie 'Retro' were offensive and insulted the tribal community. The case has been registered at the Raidurgam Police Station in Cyberabad, and an investigation is underway. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD What does the FIR copy say? According to the police FIR Copy, 'On 17.06.2025 at 10:30 hours, received a complaint from Nenavath Ashok Kumar Naik Alias Ashok Rathod, Caste: ST(Rathod), Occu: State President, Joint Action Committee of Tribal Communities….., which reads as follows. Brief facts of the case are that on 26.04.20225, Film Actor Shri Vijay Deverakonda, who participated in the pre-release event of the movie 'Retro' starring Hero Surya, made comments that hurt the sentiments of the tribals and seriously insulted them.' 'The remarks were viewed as a serious insult to the self-respect and dignity of the tribal community. Therefore, the complainant requested to take necessary action against Shri Vijay Devarakonda as per law,' the Police FIR stated. What the actor said This is what Deverakonda's statement was- 'The solution to what is happening in Kashmir is also to educate them (terrorists) and ensure they don't get brainwashed. What will they achieve? Kashmir belongs to India, and Kashmiris are ours. India doesn't even need to attack Pakistan because Pakistanis themselves are fed up with their government and will attack them if this continues.' 'Asalu 500 years back tribals kokkutunnatu, veelu buddi lekunda, minimum common sense lekunda chese panulu.' (They behave like tribals did 500 years ago, fighting without common sense),' added the Liger star. The apology on social media He took to X and wrote, 'It has come to my attention that a remark I made during the Retro audio launch event has caused concern among some members of the public. I wish to sincerely clarify: there was absolutely no intention to hurt or target any community, especially our Scheduled Tribes, who I deeply respect and consider an integral part of our country.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The actor also added, 'If any part of my message was misunderstood or hurtful, I express my sincere regret. My only aim was to speak of peace, progress, and togetherness. I remain committed to using my platform to uplift and unify — never to divide. Vijay Deverakonda.' With added inputs from agencies
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Trouble for Vijay Devarakonda: Actor booked for tribals remark; case filed under SC/ST Act
NEW DELHI: A case has been registered against actor Vijay Devarakonda for allegedly making comments against tribal community after the Pahalgam terror attack , PTI reported citing a police official on Sunday. 'The actor made comments in April. However, based on a complaint a case under SC/ST Act was booked against him on June 17,' the official said. The actor had, however, apologised for his remarks saying, 'If any part of my message was misunderstood or hurtful, I expressed my sincere regret. My only aim was to speak of peace, progress and togetherness. I remain committed to using my platform to uplift unify-never divide.' A complaint filed by Nenavath Ashok Kumar Naik, also known as Ashok Rathod, state president of the Joint Action Committee of Tribal Communities, alleged that the actor made remarks during the pre-release event of the movie Retro , starring actor Surya, that were deeply offensive to tribal communities. Rathod claimed that the actor's comments were racially insensitive and hurt the sentiments of tribal people.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Lawyer files complaint against actor Vijay Devarakonda over remarks on tribals at Retro pre-release event
1 2 Hyderabad: A lawyer has lodged a complaint with SR Nagar police, accusing actor Vijay Devarakonda of making derogatory remarks about tribal communities during a pre-release event for Tamil actor Suriya's film Retro, held on April 26 at a convention centre in Jubilee Hills. The complaint was filed by Kishan Raj Chauhan, president of the Tribal Lawyers' Association, Telangana. He alleged that Vijay, while addressing a large audience at the event, drew an inappropriate comparison between present-day socio-political unrest and tribal conflicts from 500 years ago. "Referring to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, the actor likened terrorists to tribal groups who fought amongst themselves centuries ago, saying, 'They are fighting without applying mind and common sense, like the tribals fought among themselves 500 years ago,'" Chauhan stated in his complaint. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad Police confirmed they have made a general diary entry but have not yet registered a case. "An advocate has lodged a complaint against actor Vijay Devarakonda. We have referred it for legal opinion and will proceed based on the advice received," said SR Nagar inspector T Srinath Reddy.
