Ex-MP Quizzed in Multi-Crore AP Liquor Scandal
The Enforcement Directorate's intensive questioning of V. Vijayasai Reddy, a former Rajya Sabha member, in connection with an alleged multi-crore liquor scam highlights renewed efforts to tackle corruption in Andhra Pradesh's alcohol industry.
Highlights
- •Ex-MP jailed
- •Liquor smuggling scandal
- •Enforcement Directorate probes
- •V. Vijayasai Reddy grilled
Hyderabad: An intense investigation into a multi-crore alcohol scandal in Andhra Pradesh has seen former Rajya Sabha member V. Vijayasai Reddy grilled by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for several hours at their office in Hyderabad on Thursday.
Vijayasai Reddy's Role Explored
According to reports, the ED team delved into crucial aspects of the alleged scam. Mr. Vijayasai Reddy was questioned about the liquor policies under the YSRCP regime, as well as the existence and functioning of cash transactions, hawala routes, and fund transfers involved in the case.
Specifically, investigators focused on instances where cash payments were used instead of digital payments and who benefitted from these practices. Mr. Vijayasai Reddy told media later that he was not directly implicated in the scam and did not name any party during his questioning. He pointed to another individual, Kasireddy Rajasekhar Reddy, suggesting his involvement might be more crucial.
However, no direct confessions or statements are reported to have been made by Mr. Vijayasai Reddy during the grilling session.
The investigation is part of a larger probe into alleged illegal liquor imports and distribution networks within the state. Authorities hope that through detailed interrogations, they can unravel the complex web of fraud and misappropriation surrounding alcohol sales.
