Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Guntur Assault Case Sparks Political Controversy
In Andhra Pradesh, a woman was hurt and treated very badly during a fight about water.
The Home Minister, Vangalapudi Anita, is very upset and talked to the local police chief.
She found out that the people who did this were being punished.
She also asked why the police officer in charge didn't act quickly and said that no one, no matter who they are, will be allowed to hurt women.
The Chief Minister and another minister also said that this is not acceptable and that the law will be enforced fairly.
The people who did this have been arrested, and one of them, who is part of a political group, has been suspended from that group.
However, the opposition party, YSRCP, says the government knew about the incident earlier but tried to hide it.
They also say the police did not act quickly until there was public outrage.
A woman was stripped and assaulted during a dispute over a drinking water motor connection in Guntur on July 15.
The incident involved 21st Division TDP secretary Mallela Venkataramana Murthy and his family members, including a transgender person identified as Madhavi.
The victim lodged a complaint on July 16, leading to the registration of a case against nine persons, including Murthy.
Home Minister Vangalapudi Anita took serious note of the incident and ordered action against negligent police personnel, warning of strict action against offenders regardless of their status or political affiliations.
YSRCP leaders accused the TDP-led government of attempting to suppress the case and protect its leaders, alleging police inaction and political patronage.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh Home Minister Vangalapudi Anita, Guntur District SP, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Education Minister Nara Lokesh, the victim, YSRCP leaders Ambati Rambabu and Noori Fathima
- What
- Assault on a woman during a water dispute and subsequent political controversy
- When
- Incident on July 15, complaint lodged on July 16
- Where
- Krishnababu Colony, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To ensure strict action against those who harm women and to address police negligence and political affiliations, as well as to counter allegations of government suppression
Government and TDP Stance
YSRCP Allegations
Timing of Government Awareness
Government and TDP Stance
The government claims to have become aware of the incident only recently and took immediate action.
YSRCP Allegations
The YSRCP alleges the government was aware of the incident three days before publicly acknowledging it and tried to suppress it.
Police Response
Government and TDP Stance
The government asserts that strict action was taken against the offenders and negligent police personnel.
YSRCP Allegations
The YSRCP claims the police initially refused to register a case and only acted after public outrage over CCTV footage.
Political Involvement
Government and TDP Stance
The government maintains that no one will be protected based on political affiliation, with the accused being arrested and a TDP functionary suspended.
YSRCP Allegations
The YSRCP alleges the ruling party is shielding its leaders and misusing police machinery to protect them.
- Location
- Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
- Incident
- Assault on a woman
- Action Taken
- Strict action against offenders and negligent police
- Official Involved
- Home Minister Vangalapudi Anita
- Police Response
- Immediate action taken against attackers
- Minister's Stance
- No leniency for offenders, regardless of status
- Focus Area
- Crimes under political guise
- Date of Incident
- July 15
- Accused
- Mallela Venkataramana Murthy and eight others
- Victim's Action
- Lodged a complaint on July 16
- Government Response
- Arrests made, party functionary suspended
- YSRCP Allegations
- Government suppression and police inaction
Sources
AP Home Minister Anita orders strict action against assault on woman in Guntur
Every Woman's Safety Is Our Priority: AP CM Naidu
Woman Stripped, Assaulted Over Water Dispute in Guntur
CM Naidu Condemns Guntur Assault, TDP Worker Suspended
Guntur Assault: TDP leader, 8 Family Members Arrested
Woman Allegedly Stripped, Assaulted During Neighbourhood Dispute In Andhra Pradesh's Guntur; Police Arrest Main Accused
Woman attacked, stripped on the road in Guntur
