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Demotion of IPS Officers Linked to YCP Loyalty Under TDP Government in Andhra Pradesh

  • 14 Aug 2024 01:37 PM
  • IPS officers Andhra Pradesh, TDP vs YCP, Police demotion, Andhra Pradesh political news

In Andhra Pradesh, a significant shift has occurred in the state's police department following the transition from YCP to TDP government. Over 16 IPS officers, who were previously known for their allegiance to the YCP, have been stripped of their posts and are now waiting for new assignments. This move, seen as a demotion, underscores the changing dynamics of political loyalty within the state’s law enforcement agencies.

Key officers affected by this reshuffle include PSR Anjaneyulu, former Additional DGP (Intelligence), and Kolli Raghurami Reddy, the chief of SIT who was involved in the high-profile arrest of Chandrababu Naidu in the Skill Development Case. These officers, along with others such as PV Sunil Kumar and N. Sanjay, have been instructed to report to the DGP's office regularly and remain available for urgent tasks, reflecting a significant shift in their roles and responsibilities.

The demotion of these officers highlights the ongoing political tensions in Andhra Pradesh and the impact of changing government priorities on the state’s police force. The TDP government’s actions signal a recalibration of law enforcement roles, especially regarding those who were perceived as supportive of the previous YCP administration.