Date: November 19, 2024
Cases Against Posani Krishna Murali, Filmmaker RGV,& Sri Reddy
Actor Posani Krishna Murali Faces Legal Trouble
In Andhra Pradesh, actor and YSR Congress Party leader Posani Krishna Murali is facing legal action for making allegedly defamatory comments against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. The case was filed following a complaint by Bandaru Vamsikrishna, a leader of Telugu Yuvatha, the youth wing of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP).
According to the complainant, Posani’s comments, made during a press conference in September, were not only false but also defamatory. They allegedly tarnished the CM’s reputation and created discord among groups. The CID has registered the case under multiple sections, including 111, 196, 353, 299, 341, and 336 (3) of the Bharat Nyay Sanhita (BNS).
Additional Cases Against Posani Krishna Murali in Kadapa
This is not the first time Posani has landed in legal trouble. Recently, another case was registered in Kadapa district based on a complaint by TDP leaders. The actor allegedly made derogatory remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and IT Minister Nara Lokesh.
Similarly, Jana Sena leaders in Rajahmundry filed complaints against Posani for his comments targeting Pawan Kalyan and his family. The remarks have sparked widespread outrage, with many accusing Posani of attempting to malign the coalition government comprising TDP, Jana Sena, and BJP.
Police Crackdown on Defamatory Content
The coalition government has intensified its crackdown on YSRCP supporters and social media activists. These individuals had reportedly posted defamatory content against TDP and Jana Sena leaders during YSRCP’s tenure.
Last week, controversial filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) was booked by Prakasam district police for allegedly making derogatory posts against Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan. The police have summoned RGV for questioning in connection with the case. Charges were filed under Section 336 (4) and 353 (2) of the BNS Act, along with Section 67 of the IT Act, at Maddipadu police station.
Sri Reddy Under Investigation for Social Media Posts
Actress and YSRCP supporter Sri Reddy is also facing legal action. The Rajahmundry police registered a case against her under the Information Technology Act, 2000, for posting defamatory content against Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan. The controversial content was reportedly uploaded to various social media platforms before the 2024 general elections.
Government’s Stance on Defamatory Remarks
The coalition government has made it clear that defamatory content will not be tolerated. By pursuing legal action against individuals like Posani, RGV, and Sri Reddy. The administration aims to maintain the integrity of political discourse and discourage personal attacks on leaders.
These cases highlight the growing tensions between political parties and their supporters as Andhra Pradesh approaches the general elections. The situation underscores the need for responsible dialogue, both offline and online, to uphold democratic values.