The State Election Commission (SEC) has expressed serious concern over comments made by politician Jagga Reddy, leading to the initiation of legal proceedings. Following the controversial statements, the SEC has directed local authorities to file a report on the matter. The commission criticized Reddy’s remarks, stating that they could potentially hurt the sentiments of voters.
In response to the SEC’s orders, Jagga Reddy questioned the Commission’s integrity, asking whether it was appropriate to file complaints against those trying to prevent fraudulent voting. He stated, “Is it correct for the Election Commission to tell us to file cases against those who stopped bogus voters?” Reddy alleged that voters from other regions were being registered in Sangareddy, and Congress workers intervened to stop the casting of fake votes. He revealed that during this intervention, a Congress worker named Galla was apprehended by the local police.
Reddy recounted the events leading to the altercation, emphasizing his presence at the polling booth when he received information about the detention of the Congress worker. He claimed that tensions escalated, resulting in a confrontation at the polling station. “I went there and a ruckus ensued,” he explained, raising further questions about the Election Commission’s failure to remove the fake votes before the incident occurred. He challenged the Commission and district officials, asking if they were responsible for the chaos that unfolded.
On the day of the incident, Jagga Reddy was actively involved in monitoring the polls in the 34th ward of the Sangareddy municipality. Reports indicate that upon hearing about the arrest of a Congress worker by the Sub-Inspector, he rushed to the polling booth, threatening to halt the voting process. This led to a heated exchange between Reddy and the police, resulting in a physical scuffle.
During the altercation, Reddy vehemently criticized the police and demanded that the Sub-Inspector, Shivkumar, come to the scene. He expressed his frustration, stating that the CI was responsible for creating law and order issues in the area. The situation escalated to the point where Reddy accused the Election Commission and officials of failing to address the issue of bogus voting appropriately.
The incident has drawn significant attention as it raises questions about the integrity of the electoral process in Sangareddy. With tensions running high and allegations of voter manipulation swirling, the SEC’s decision to intervene and investigate further highlights the importance of maintaining fair and transparent elections. As the situation develops, both the public and political figures are keeping a close eye on the Commission’s next steps and the implications for the ongoing electoral process.
