Police Detain BRS Leaders as KTR Takes Legal Action on Bandi Sanjay
Tension prevailed in Rajanna Sircilla on Wednesday after several BRS leaders were detained ahead of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar’s visit to the district. The developments came amid the political row surrounding “KTR takes legal action on Bandi Sanjay”, which has triggered sharp reactions from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi leadership.
The latest update from Sircilla saw BRS workers and local leaders protesting against alleged personal remarks made by Bandi Sanjay against BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao. Party leaders demanded a public apology before the Union Minister’s scheduled programme in the district.
Police Investigation and Preventive Detentions in Sircilla
According to local party leaders, police conducted preventive detentions early in the morning to avoid unrest during the minister’s visit. Several BRS functionaries were either placed under house arrest or shifted to police stations as part of the security arrangements.
Among those detained were Sircilla town president Jindam Chakrapani and municipal vice-chairman Darla Sandeep. Former district sarpanch forum president Matla Madhu and several other BRS leaders were also taken into custody near the Sircilla bypass road.
The incident details indicate that police intervention came after BRS workers announced protests demanding an unconditional apology from Bandi Sanjay over his comments against KTR. Party workers raised slogans against the Union Minister, leading to heated arguments between police personnel and protesters.
BRS Leaders Demand Apology From Bandi Sanjay
BRS leaders accused the BJP leader of making inappropriate and personal remarks against KTR. They stated that the party would continue its protest until an apology was issued publicly.
Several leaders alleged that the preventive arrests were unlawful and aimed at suppressing democratic protest. They also criticised the police action and questioned the handling of political dissent in the district.
The case registered around the political controversy has further intensified the confrontation between BRS and BJP leaders in Telangana. While there was no official statement from Bandi Sanjay regarding the protest demands, the issue has quickly gained political attention across the state.
Political Tensions Rise Ahead of Public Visit
The police investigation and security deployment remained tight across parts of Sircilla following the protests. Municipal councillors, sarpanches and senior BRS activists were among those reportedly detained during the operation.
Political tensions between the BRS and BJP have escalated repeatedly in recent months, particularly over public statements and allegations exchanged between leaders from both parties. The latest confrontation linked to “KTR takes legal action on Bandi Sanjay” has now added another flashpoint to the ongoing rivalry in Telangana politics.
Authorities maintained that the preventive action was taken to avoid disruption during the Union Minister’s programme. Further official updates are awaited regarding any legal proceedings or additional police action connected to the incident.