The Telangana Police have initiated legal proceedings against Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy following alleged remarks made against Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.
Multiple cases have been registered under BNS Sections 356(2), 353(B), and 352 at police stations in Banjara Hills, Rajendranagar, and Shadnagar, based on complaints filed by Congress party workers.
During a recent media interaction, Kaushik Reddy reportedly accused the Chief Minister of orchestrating the illegal surveillance and phone tapping of legislators, Members of Parliament, Members of the Legislative Council, and prominent film personalities — including actresses — allegedly with the assistance of private hackers, according to a report by The Siasat Daily.
On Saturday, July 25, 2025, political tensions escalated as the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) announced plans to stage a protest outside the residence of BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy in Hyderabad.
The protest follows a series of serious allegations made by Kaushik Reddy against Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, including claims of unauthorized phone tapping and issuing threats. The situation has further intensified the ongoing political friction between the ruling Congress and the opposition BRS in Telangana.
Demand for Immediate Action
Congress leaders have condemned the remarks made by BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy, calling them derogatory and deeply insulting. They urged police to take prompt and decisive action.
In response, the police have booked the MLA under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) pertaining to disturbing public order and making offensive statements.
According to sources, the investigation has gained momentum, and authorities are expected to take swift action in the coming days.
Congress Workers May Take to the Streets
Tensions in Hyderabad continue to mount as the NSUI has announced a protest outside the residence of BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy, accusing him of spreading false propaganda aimed at defaming the Congress-led government.
The student wing of the Congress has vowed to intensify its agitation if action is not taken promptly.
Meanwhile, Congress workers across the city are reportedly preparing for widespread demonstrations, raising concerns over potential unrest and a further escalation of the political standoff.
The ongoing standoff between the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and the Congress appears to be escalating beyond political rhetoric, with signs of unrest spilling onto the streets.
Fresh Twist as Actress Levels Serious Allegations
Amid the ongoing controversy involving BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, the situation took a dramatic turn with new allegations surfacing.
A film actress, speaking at the Hyderabad Press Club, accused a minority leader from the Congress party of phone tapping and harassment.
She claimed that actresses were being coerced with threatening calls to hotel rooms and warned that false prostitution cases would be filed against those who refused to comply.
This explosive allegation, reported by Adhra Jyothi, a Telugu daily, has added a new layer of complexity to the political crisis. The incident is likely to intensify public scrutiny and political tensions, with calls for an impartial investigation growing louder from multiple quarters.
Supporters of MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy have dismissed the allegations against him as part of a larger political conspiracy aimed at silencing dissent.
In contrast, Congress leaders have condemned his actions as irresponsible and disruptive.
In light of the rising tensions, police have increased security deployment around Kaushik Reddy’s residence and other sensitive areas.
Authorities are urging citizens to remain calm and cooperate in maintaining law and order, as they continue efforts to defuse the situation.