Archive · 19 Jun 2025
KTR Refuses Device Submission, Citing Rights in Formula E Probe
K.T. Rama Rao, a politician, is being investigated by the ACB about the Formula E race.
The ACB wanted his old phone, but he said no.
He argues the request is wrong because it doesn't say why they need the phone, and it may break his rights to privacy.
He also does not have the phone anymore, and he already answered their questions.
K.T. Rama Rao refused to submit his mobile phone to the ACB.
The ACB is investigating the Formula E race case.
Rao stated the request violated his constitutional rights and privacy.
He mentioned he replaced his phone in Q1 2024 and no longer has the old device.
Rao had already answered ACB questions for seven hours on June 16.
- Who
- K.T. Rama Rao and the ACB.
- What
- K.T. Rama Rao refused to provide his mobile phone and electronic devices to the ACB as part of the Formula E race investigation.
- When
- The deadline to submit the devices was Wednesday.
- Where
- Hyderabad
- Why
- The ACB is investigating the Formula E car race case.
K.T. Rama Rao's Stance
ACB's Position
Constitutional Rights vs. Investigation
K.T. Rama Rao's Stance
The ACB's request violates his fundamental rights and personal privacy.
ACB's Position
The ACB has the right to investigate and collect evidence.
- Person of Interest
- K.T. Rama Rao
- Agency
- ACB
- Action
- Refusal to submit devices
- Regarding
- Formula E race investigation
- Allegation
- Misuse of government funds
- Device Status
- KTR no longer possesses the requested phone
