Liquor Scam Deepens: The coalition government in Andhra Pradesh has increased pressure on the liquor scam that happened during the YSRCP rule. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) is probing the case. Early findings suggest over ₹3,000 crore were misused in liquor sales and purchases.
SIT has issued notices to former MP Sai Reddy to appear for questioning. This has triggered fresh political discussions. Sai Reddy had already appeared once before the SIT. During his earlier session, he named Raj Kasireddy as a key person involved in the liquor deals.
Legal Twist in the Case
After naming Raj Kasireddy, Sai Reddy faced heat. YSRCP MP Mithun Reddy moved the High Court seeking protection from arrest. After failing to get relief, he went to the Supreme Court and got anticipatory bail. Now, the SIT wants to question Sai Reddy again. He may reveal more names involved in the scam.
Liquor Sales Under Scrutiny
During the last five years, liquor orders and sales were handled under secret arrangements. SIT suspects bribes between ₹150 to ₹450 were collected per case of liquor. Only selected companies got supply orders. This brought in about ₹3,000 crore over five years. Officials believe the money reached key people in the YSRCP through middlemen.
Sai Reddy May Expose Bigger Network
Political sources claim Sai Reddy is ready to share the truth. During his last questioning, he already mentioned names of key people. Now, SIT is expecting more details from him. The questioning will happen at the Vijayawada CP office under the guidance of Commissioner Rajasekhar Babu.
SIT Notice Delivered in Hyderabad
The SIT team personally delivered the notice to Sai Reddy at his Jubilee Hills residence in Hyderabad. Under Section 179 of the BNS Act, he has been called to give evidence on liquor purchases, orders and deals with distilleries. The notice states he has relevant information that will help in the case.
Focus on the Money Trail
The real target of the SIT is to find out where the money ended up. Even though sales happened in government run liquor stores, supply decisions were made by selected groups. Sai Reddy’s statement may uncover the full story behind the scam.
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