Police crack down on Chandrababu Naidu and TD leaders, fans fight back

In an electrifying early morning drama, Nara Chandrababu Naidu, chief of Telugu Desam, was arrested by the AP CID in Nandyal at 6 am on Saturday, before being moved to Vijayawada. This jaw-dropping development is tied to his alleged involvement in the Rs 3,300-crore AP Skill Development Corporation scam. Simultaneously, Ganta Srinivasa Rao, TD MLA and former education minister, was also taken into custody in Visakhapatnam, shaking the very foundation of Telugu Desam.

Top Legal Eagles Scramble to Save Chandrababu Naidu as the Saga Unfolds

In a desperate move to secure Naidu’s release, Telugu Desam’s legal team and Supreme Court senior advocate Siddartha Luthra claimed numerous violations during the arrest. They cited concerns for Naidu’s health and age while requesting bail. AP CID, in a counter move, plans to request custody of Naidu for further grilling and is likely to present him before the court early Sunday.

AP CID Spills the Tea: Chandrababu Naidu is the “Main Conspirator”

AP CID’s additional DG N. Sanjay in a press conference indirectly indicated that Naidu was not just an accomplice but the “main conspirator” and the “final beneficiary” in the scam. He elaborated that investigations also targeted Naidu’s son Nara Lokesh and Kilaru Rajesh, raising questions about the diversion of government funds.

Barricades and Heated Clashes: The Nandyal Showdown

As midnight approached on Friday, the atmosphere in Nandyal thickened with tension as police personnel and barricades began to surface. A war of words erupted between the police and Telugu Desam activists, who were hell-bent on preventing the arrest. Naidu himself questioned the police about the evidence against him, while the police vaguely cited details in an upcoming remand report.

Additional Repercussions: Ripple Effects in the Political Waters

While Naidu’s wife prayed for her husband’s strength, politicians from parties such as BJP and Jana Sena showed their support. TD MLA and actor Nandamuri Balakrishna criticized the YSRC for targeting opposition instead of focusing on people’s welfare. Meanwhile, RTC bus services were halted as a precaution against potential violence, further escalating the situation.

This high-voltage arrest of Naidu has sent shockwaves across the political landscape, with everyone now eagerly watching how this sensational case will unfold next.