CM Revanth appears in Nampally court, denies poll code violations
In a recent development, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy appeared before the Special Court for Public Representatives in Nampally, Hyderabad, on Thursday, May 22, in connection with cases filed against him for alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct during previous election campaigns. The cases were registered at Begumbazar, Nalgonda Two Town, and Kowdipalli (Medak) police stations.
Revanth Reddy, who is the Chief Minister of Telangana, is facing multiple charges of violating the Model Code of Conduct, which is in place to ensure free and fair elections. The code prohibits public representatives from engaging in certain activities, such as offering bribes or making false promises, during election campaigns.
According to sources, Revanth Reddy was present in the court to respond to the charges filed against him. He denied all allegations of violating the Model Code of Conduct and claimed that he had not committed any wrongdoing. The Chief Minister’s lawyers argued that the charges against him were politically motivated and lacked merit.
The cases against Revanth Reddy were filed by the police after receiving complaints from opposing political parties. The police had registered cases against the Chief Minister under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Representation of the People Act.
Revanth Reddy’s appearance in court comes at a time when the Telangana state elections are just around the corner. The elections are scheduled to take place in October, and political parties are busy campaigning to win the favor of voters.
The Chief Minister’s appearance in court has raised questions about the timing of the cases and whether they are intended to embarrass him and his party. The opposition parties have accused the ruling party of trying to use the courts to silence their opponents and gain an unfair advantage in the elections.
Revanth Reddy’s party, the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS), has denied all allegations of wrongdoing and accused the opposition parties of conspiring against them. The party has claimed that the cases against its leader are an attempt to distract voters from the real issues and to discredit the Chief Minister.
The Special Court for Public Representatives in Nampally has set July 15 as the next date for hearing in the cases against Revanth Reddy. The court has instructed the police to provide all necessary documents and evidence related to the cases to the parties involved.
The Chief Minister’s appearance in court has sparked a heated debate in the state about the role of the judiciary in electoral matters. Many have questioned the timing of the cases and whether they are intended to influence the outcome of the elections.
In a statement, Revanth Reddy’s party said, “The cases against our leader are an attempt to discredit him and his government. We will not be intimidated by these baseless allegations and will continue to fight for the people of Telangana.”
The Telangana government has also come out in support of the Chief Minister, saying that the cases against him are an attempt to undermine his authority and the stability of the government.
As the Telangana state elections approach, the cases against Revanth Reddy are likely to remain a major issue in the campaign. The Chief Minister’s appearance in court has raised questions about the integrity of the election process and whether the courts will be able to ensure a free and fair election.
The outcome of the cases against Revanth Reddy will have significant implications for the Telangana state elections and the future of the Chief Minister. The court’s decision will be closely watched by political observers and the public, and will likely shape the direction of the election campaign in the coming weeks.
Source:
https://www.siasat.com/cm-revanth-appears-in-nampally-court-denies-poll-code-violations-3224116/
