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A political controversy erupted in Telangana after a POCSO case was registered against Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay. The BRS demanded his dismissal and a CBI probe, while RS Praveen Kumar accused both BJP and Congress of shielding the accused

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank was released from Sangareddy Central Jail on Saturday and alleged political vendetta by the Congress government. He vowed to continue questioning the government over corruption allegations, law and order issues and suspected phone tapping targeting opposition leaders.

Local BRS leaders in Nirmal alleged that party spokesman Manne Krishank was tortured by jail officials and moved unsafely in violation of norms. Krishank claimed harassment despite being granted bail by the High Court.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank was rearrested by Nirmal police shortly after securing bail from the High Court in an assault and trespassing case. He was taken into custody in connection with a pending case related to a social media post against the Congress government.

Former minister T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of filing false cases against BRS social media convenor Manne Krishank and other party workers. He alleged that the arrests were politically motivated to silence dissent, criticised the administration’s handling of agricultural procurement, and compared Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s governance style to autocratic rule.

BRS leaders have accused the Congress government of misusing police machinery and UAPA to target opposition voices and media outlets. They criticised the arrest of Manne Krishank and demanded accountability, warning against the misuse of stringent laws

Hyderabad police arrested Manne Krishank over alleged defamatory posts targeting Minister Seethakka. Complaints and counterclaims escalated after a fake clipping row. Cases registered from both sides; investigation continues into content origin, intent, and authenticity

BRS leader Manne Krishank opposed Minister D Sridhar Babu’s proposal to merge Secunderabad Cantonment Board with Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation, demanding its withdrawal. He cited public support for a GHMC merger, calling the move undemocratic and urging transparent consultation with residents.

The BRS has demanded an investigation into mobile phone procurement for Anganwadi workers under Poshan Abhiyan, alleging an excess payment of Rs 8.44 crore due to price differences between tender rates and market value of the devices.

Auto drivers and unions joined the BRS signature campaign in Secunderabad Cantonment supporting the SCB merger. BRS leader Manne Krishank said drivers backed the drive by scanning a QR code. Pamphlets will be distributed to 5,000 houses on February 23

The BRS’s one-lakh signature campaign for merging civilian areas of Secunderabad Cantonment into GHMC has collected over 74,000 signatures. Party supporters, RWAs, and shopkeepers are actively participating, with door-to-door campaigns underway in several SCB wards.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank led a protest at the Secunderabad Cantonment Board office against the extension of the nominated member’s term. He accused the Centre of delaying elections and merger with GHMC, leading to governance and civic problems

The BRS has demanded a Special Investigation Team probe into allegations of land encroachment, extortion and abuse of power against AICC secretary and former MLA Sampath Kumar. Party leaders cited complaints by private firms and accused him of intimidating officials and contractors.

BRS leader Manne Krishank accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of double standards in awarding government contracts to firms he earlier criticised. He demanded a probe into past allegations or an apology for making false claims against the BRS leadership.

A farmer in Nizamabad attempted to deposit Rs 2.08 lakh in counterfeit notes at a Canara Bank branch in Varni, triggering alarm among officials. The farmer fled the scene and remains absconding, while police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

The Congress government in Telangana has come under fire for offering only 17 percent reservations to Backward Classes (BCs) in panchayat elections, despite promising 42 percent in its Kamareddy Declaration. A GO Ms 9 providing 42 percent quota was stayed by the High Court, citing the Supreme Court’s 50 percent cap on reservations.

BRS leader Manne Krishank accused the Revanth Reddy government of favoring fake companies while targeting genuine investors with cases. He called the Formula E prosecution against KTR political revenge and demanded a probe into a Rs 345 crore MoU with a Rs 1 lakh company.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank has reported receiving a direct threat on social media following his criticism of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy after the Jubilee Hills bypoll. The message warned him against targeting the CM. The incident comes amid allegations of rigging and intimidation during the bypoll.

The Congress party’s alleged attempts to defame BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha in the Jubilee Hills bypoll have backfired after photos and videos surfaced showing her family ties with late MLA Maganti Gopinath, contradicting allegations made by his mother, Mahananda Kumari

BRS leaders launched a sharp critique of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, accusing him of misleading voters with inflated development claims in the Cantonment area. They highlighted unfulfilled promises, questioned the Congress’s welfare narrative, and demanded a public debate in Jubilee Hills.