Telangana Secretariat Fake Cop Case: Thaturi Ravi Alias Charan Yadav Arrested Claimed Links to CM Office
Hyderabad Police arrest Thaturi Ravi for posing as fake cop at Telangana Secretariat. Case under BNS and IT Act, reels used to mislead public.
In a major Telangana Secretariat fake police case, the Hyderabad Police arrested a 31-year-old man, Thaturi Ravi (alias Charan Yadav, alias Nikhil Yadav) for impersonating a police officer and entering the Secretariat in uniform to mislead the public.
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The accused, a hotel worker from Vasavi Nagar, Ramanthapur Road, Amberpet, Hyderabad, posed as part of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s security, claimed he could arrange meetings, and uploaded Instagram reels. The current status confirms that the accused has been arrested, a case registered under Cr. No. 161/2026 at PS Saifabad, and investigation is ongoing.
Fake Cop Enters Telangana Secretariat, Claims CM Access
According to the press note:
- Incident date: Evening of April 26, 2026
- Location: Telangana Secretariat, Hyderabad
- Police Station: PS Saifabad
The accused:
- Entered the Secretariat wearing a full police uniform
- Claimed to be a Police Constable
- Posed as part of the Chief Minister’s security detail
- Told the public he could arrange direct meetings with the Chief Minister without prior appointment
Instagram Reels Used to Build Fake Identity
Investigations revealed:
- The accused recorded and uploaded a video reel on Instagram
- In the video, he assured the public of his assistance
- He attempted to gain trust through criminal impersonation
Accused Details and Background
- Name: Thaturi Ravi
- Aliases: Charan Yadav, Nikhil Yadav
- Age: 31 years
- Occupation: Hotel Worker
- Residence: Vasavi Nagar, Ramanthapur Road, Amberpet, Hyderabad
Background:
- Previously worked in a canteen at Goshamahal in 2018
- Observed police officers regularly
- Developed an obsession with the authority and prestige of the uniform
- Purchased a police kit in Amberpet
- Began posing as an officer on social media
Arrest and Legal Action
- Date of arrest: April 29, 2026
- Case registered under: Cr. No. 161/2026
Charges include:
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS): Sections 204, 205, 319, 318(4), 353
- Information Technology Act: Section 66-D
Seizure Details
Police seized:
- One Police Khaki Uniform
- One Jungle Pattern Uniform
- One Beret Cap
- One Khaki Cap
- One Black Belt
- Two Black Whistle Cords
- Name Plate “CHARAN YADAV”
- One Motorola G34 Mobile Phone
Investigation and Police Team
- Investigation Officer: Sri N. Rajender, Inspector of Police, PS Saifabad
Officers involved:
- Sri N. Rajender, Inspector of Police
- Smt. V. Parameshwari, SI of Police, Saifabad PS
- G. Prashanth PC 1607
- S. Mahesh PC 8361
- Other staff
Under guidance of:
- Sri A. Seethaiah, SHO, PS Saifabad
- Sri R. Sanjay Kumar, ACP Saifabad Division, Khairatabad Zone
Their efforts in locating the accused were highly appreciated.
Police Advisory
The Hyderabad Police have urged citizens:
- To remain vigilant against imposters
- To follow official protocols for government appointments or grievances
The Telangana Secretariat fake cop case, involving Thaturi Ravi alias Charan Yadav (31), who posed as a police officer, entered the Secretariat on April 26, 2026, and misled the public through Instagram reels, has resulted in his arrest on April 29, 2026 under Cr. No. 161/2026 at PS Saifabad. With multiple BNS and IT Act charges, seized uniforms and a mobile phone, the current status confirms ongoing investigation and strict action by Hyderabad Police.
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