Sakshi, Hyderabad: Tensions have escalated in the ongoing phone tapping investigation as BRS leader and former minister Harish Rao has expressed his outrage against city commissioner VC Sajjanar, who leads the Special Investigation Team (SIT) handling the case. The controversy erupted following a tweet from Sajjanar, which prompted a strong reaction from Rao on his X account on Monday.
In his tweet, Harish Rao condemned Sajjanar’s remarks, stating, “Before the phone tapping investigation is complete, how can Sajjanar declare it illegal? Such a statement is legally unsustainable and goes against the All India Service rules.” He emphasized that until a competent court makes a decision, all claims remain allegations, questioning how Sajjanar could label the phone tapping as illegal prematurely. “It is the judiciary that determines the legality of such matters, not the SIT chief,” Rao added, indicating concerns about the integrity of the investigation.
Rao further criticized Sajjanar for allegedly making politically charged statements, asking, “Who has given the SIT chief the authority to pronounce a verdict before the investigation is concluded?” He noted that the police’s role is solely to investigate, not to deliver judgments. The comments reflect a growing unease regarding the impartiality of the investigation, especially as it involves high-profile political figures.
The backdrop of this controversy includes the SIT’s extensive questioning of BRS chief K. Chandrashekar Rao at his residence in Nandhinagar on Sunday. This development has kept Sajjanar’s name trending on social media for a brief period, highlighting the public’s interest and concern regarding the investigation’s proceedings.
Harish Rao’s remarks come as part of a broader dialogue on the integrity of law enforcement agencies and their roles in politically sensitive cases. The ongoing phone tapping scandal has raised questions about privacy, legality, and the potential for misuse of power, prompting both public and political scrutiny.
As the situation develops, the focus will remain on how the SIT navigates this politically charged environment and whether it can maintain its independence in the face of such criticism. Observers are keenly watching to see if the investigation will produce conclusive results or if it will continue to be marred by allegations of bias and premature judgments.
With Harish Rao’s statements echoing concerns shared by many about the rule of law, the implications of this case extend beyond the individuals involved, potentially impacting public trust in the legal system and its ability to handle sensitive political matters fairly.
