Archive · 19 Aug 2025
Tension in Tadipatri as Ex-MLA Barred From Entering Town
In Tadipatri, a former politician named K. Pedda Reddy tried to enter the town, but the police stopped him.
This was despite a court order telling them to let him in safely.
Meanwhile, another local leader, J.C. Prabhakar Reddy, held a large event with supporters and put up a statue.
The police were there to keep the peace.
The situation is tense because the two leaders have had issues in the past, and one leader does not want the other in the town.
Former MLA K. Pedda Reddy was prevented from entering Tadipatri by police.
The High Court had ordered police to ensure Pedda Reddy's safe entry.
Police deployed approximately 700 personnel for security.
J.C. Prabhakar Reddy organized a Shiva idol installation, mobilizing supporters.
Prabhakar Reddy accused Pedda Reddy of past illegal activities.
- Who
- K. Pedda Reddy, J.C. Prabhakar Reddy, and the Anantapur police.
- What
- Former MLA K. Pedda Reddy was prevented from entering Tadipatri, Anantapur.
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Tadipatri, Anantapur district
- Why
- Police cited law-and-order concerns, while political rivalry fueled the tension.
K. Pedda Reddy's perspective
J.C. Prabhakar Reddy's perspective
Entry to town
K. Pedda Reddy's perspective
He sought to enter Tadipatri with High Court orders.
J.C. Prabhakar Reddy's perspective
Locals opposed Pedda Reddy's entry due to alleged past violence.
- Person involved
- K. Pedda Reddy and J.C. Prabhakar Reddy
- Location
- Tadipatri, Anantapur district
- Police Deployment
- Approximately 700 personnel
- Court Order
- High Court directed police to provide security for Pedda Reddy
- Event
- Entry prevention and statue installation
