AP Skill Development Scam: Chandrababu Naidu awaits High Court’s verdict on interim bail

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has concluded the hearing regarding Telugu Desam Party chief Nara Chandrababu Naidu‘s interim bail application in the AP Skill Development Corporation scam case. The court, led by Justice Mallikharjuna Rao, has announced that the verdict will be pronounced on Tuesday. The hearing on the main bail plea is set to follow the interim bail decision, setting the stage for further developments in this high-profile case.

Arguments Presented in Court

In the courtroom, debates swirled as Naidu’s legal team, comprising Siddartha Luthra and Dammalapati Srinivas, presented their case. They highlighted Naidu’s multiple health issues as a critical factor for requesting interim bail. Allegations of the state government’s misuse of power by imposing several cases on Naidu were strongly made. The lawyers pointed out Naidu’s prolonged detention of 52 days at the Central Jail and suggested political motives behind his arrest, especially with the approaching elections.

Andhra Pradesh High Court to Announce Verdict on Nara Chandrababu Naidu‘s Interim Bail Plea in Skill Scam Case. Photo courtesy of Hemshah171095/Wikimedia Commons.

Health Concerns and Political Strategy Discussed

Naidu’s counsel claimed significant health deterioration during his incarceration, mentioning a weight loss of five kilograms and an urgent need for eye surgery. They insisted on Naidu’s fundamental right to receive medical treatment from a doctor of his choice, supporting their request for interim bail.

Counter Arguments by AP CID’s Counsels

On the other side, the AP CID’s counsels, including additional advocate general Sudhakar Reddy, opposed these claims. They refuted the argument of Naidu’s deteriorating health, stating he had actually gained weight in jail. They also contended that Naidu’s alleged health issues, including the need for eye surgery, could be managed within the jail premises, dismissing the urgency suggested by Naidu’s team.

Final Verdict Awaited

As the Andhra Pradesh High Court prepares to deliver its judgment on the interim bail plea, the spotlight intensifies on Naidu’s health condition, the political implications of his detention, and the broader impacts on the Telugu Desam Party. The case represents a significant moment in Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape, with ramifications extending beyond the courtroom.