Telangana SIT Probe Row: KTR, Sajjanar Face Off Sparks Political Tension Ahead of Local Elections
KTR issues an indirect warning to Hyderabad Police Commissioner Sajjanar as Telangana SIT probe into morphed images sparks fresh political tension between BRS and Congress.
Political heat is rising in Telangana after Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K. T. Rama Rao (KTR) issued a strong indirect political message aimed at Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar, against the backdrop of a newly formed Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe morphed images and alleged defamatory content on social media.
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The development comes as the Telangana government’s SIT probe becomes a major talking point, drawing sharp reactions from the opposition and intensifying the ongoing BRS vs Congress political standoff.
Why the SIT Was Formed
The Telangana government on January 14 constituted an 8-member SIT, placing Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar in charge.
The SIT has been tasked with:
- Investigating morphed images and fake content
- Tracking defamatory social media posts
- Examining material allegedly targeting the Chief Minister
Officials say the focus is on tackling online misinformation and cyber abuse.
BRS Raises Concerns Over ‘Political Harassment’
The decision has drawn a sharp response from the BRS. Party leaders fear the probe may go beyond cybercrime and turn into a tool to pressure opposition voices.
Concerns escalated after notices were reportedly issued to senior BRS leader T. Harish Rao, prompting the party to allege political harassment through police agencies.
KTR’s Indirect Message Sparks Debate
Without naming anyone directly, K. T. Rama Rao questioned what he described as “overreach” by police and investigating agencies.
Political observers see KTR’s remarks as an indirect warning to the Hyderabad Police, even though no direct confrontation has surfaced so far.
The comments have added to speculation about the role of law enforcement amid rising political rivalry in the state.
Sajjanar Caught in Political Crossfire
Hyderabad Police Commissioner Sajjanar, known for:
- Public safety initiatives
- Anti-scam awareness drives
- Law-and-order management
now finds himself at the center of a sensitive political moment. At the same time, he is overseeing security arrangements for large public events, including Numaish 2026, adding to the administrative pressure.
Larger Political Context in Telangana
The issue is unfolding amid continued political tension between Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and former CM K. Chandrashekar Rao following the 2023 Assembly elections.
The BRS has repeatedly alleged that the Congress government is using institutions, especially the police, to target opposition leaders, a claim the ruling party denies.
Public Reaction and What Lies Ahead
On social media:
- Some users support the SIT, citing Sajjanar’s professional and non-partisan image
- Others demand judicial oversight and transparency in the probe
With local body elections approaching, political analysts believe the SIT investigation could become a flashpoint in Telangana politics.
For now, all eyes remain on how the SIT probe progresses and whether it leads to further political escalation in Hyderabad and beyond.
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