Archive · 5 Oct 2026
CBI Reviews Legal Issues Before Kaleshwaram Probe Decision
The Telangana government has asked the CBI to investigate alleged problems with the Kaleshwaram project.
The request was made in an order dated September 1, 2025.
It covers the construction of three barrages and allegations including misuse of public money and corruption.
CBI officials reportedly met in New Delhi to discuss the case.
They have reviewed a report by the PC Ghose inquiry panel.
Their legal experts have also considered what that report means for the investigation.
The article says the government’s order did not specifically mention the panel’s findings.
The CBI has not been reported as having announced that its investigation has formally begun.
Senior officials are expected to decide what to do next.
CBI officials reportedly met in New Delhi to discuss the legal implications of the PC Ghose inquiry report and possible next steps.
The Telangana government issued an order on September 1, 2025, permitting the CBI to investigate alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram project.
The order covered alleged embezzlement and corrupt practices involving construction of the Medigadda, Annaram and Sundilla barrages.
According to the report, legal experts noted that the government order did not specifically refer to the PC Ghose Commission’s findings.
The CBI is reportedly reviewing the report and court-related materials, and senior officials may decide soon how to proceed.
- Who
- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), following an investigation request from the Telangana government.
- What
- CBI officials are reportedly reviewing legal issues and considering next steps concerning an authorized probe into alleged Kaleshwaram project irregularities.
- When
- The Telangana order was issued on September 1, 2025; the reported CBI meeting took place a few days before the article was published.
- Where
- The project is in Telangana; the reported senior officials’ meeting was in New Delhi.
- Why
- The state government authorized an investigation into alleged irregularities, including embezzlement of public funds and corrupt practices related to construction of three barrages.
- Project
- Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project (KLIP)
- State authorization date
- September 1, 2025
- Investigating agency
- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
- Barrages named
- Medigadda, Annaram and Sundilla
- Inquiry panel
- PC Ghose Commission
- Legal basis cited
- Section 6 of the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
- Status reported
- CBI officials are reportedly examining legal issues; the article says a decision on the next course of action is expected.