Former Minister Kakani Sent to 14-Day Remand

In connection with allegations of illegal quartz mining, senior YSR Congress Party leader and former minister Kakani Govardhan Reddy has been remanded to 14 days of judicial custody by the Venkatagiri court in Nellore district.

Serious charges have been registered against Kakani Govardhan Reddy at the Podalakur Police Station in Nellore district. These include allegations of illegally excavating quartz mineral, transporting it unlawfully, and using explosives in violation of established regulations. In addition, he has been accused of threatening local tribal residents who attempted to prevent the illegal mining activities. Police have listed Kakani Govardhan Reddy as Accused No. 4 (A4) in the case. Following the court’s remand order, arrangements are underway to transfer him to jail custody.

It is already known that Andhra Pradesh Police apprehended Kakani Govardhan Reddy in Bengaluru yesterday. Subsequently, he was brought to the Nellore District Police Training Centre this morning. Under heavy security arrangements, he was transported to the Venkatagiri court. The convoy included nine police vehicles and was accompanied by special police forces. He was presented before the magistrate, who, after hearing the arguments, issued orders placing him in judicial remand.