Journalist Krishnam Raju Arrested

Journalist Krishnam Raju has been arrested by the police for making derogatory comments that were perceived as demeaning to the women of Amaravati. The comments, which triggered widespread outrage across the state, led to Krishnam Raju being identified as the primary accused (A1) in a case involving obscene and offensive remarks. Tulllur police apprehended Krishnam Raju near the Gosthani river close to Bheemili using cell tower location tracking. He is being transferred to Mangalagiri for further interrogation.

The incident stems from a panel discussion aired on Sakshi TV, a channel associated with the YSR Congress Party. Journalist Kommineni Srinivasa Rao moderated the programme during which Krishnam Raju allegedly stated, “Amaravati is the capital of prostitutes.” The moment this statement was broadcast, it drew immediate and intense backlash from the public. Demonstrations erupted in various locations demanding apologies from Krishnam Raju, Kommineni Srinivasa Rao, and Sakshi TV management.

Residents of the Amaravati capital region expressed their anger by marching to the Tullur police station to file a complaint. Additionally, multiple cases have been registered in police stations across different districts in Andhra Pradesh in connection with the same remarks. The controversy has also caught the attention of the National Commission for Women, which has taken cognizance of the issue. Telugu Desam Party Member of Parliament Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu has filed a complaint with the National Human Rights Commission regarding the incident.

Previously, Kommineni Srinivasa Rao was also arrested in relation to this case. He was remanded for 14 days by the Mangalagiri court. With the latest arrest of Krishnam Raju, the investigation into the matter is expected to intensify further.