Archive · 3 Nov 2025
Former Minister Jogi Ramesh Arrested in Spurious Liquor Case Amid Political Controversy
A politician named Jogi Ramesh, who used to be a minister, was arrested by the police.
The police say he was involved in making fake and bad liquor.
Another person, who is already in trouble for this fake liquor, told the police that Jogi Ramesh encouraged him and promised money.
Jogi Ramesh says he did nothing wrong and believes the police arrested him unfairly because of politics.
He plans to fight the arrest in court.
His friend was also taken by the police.
The leader of Jogi Ramesh's political party, YS Jagan, strongly criticized the arrest, saying the Chief Minister is trying to hide his own mistakes and is using the police to target opposition leaders.
YS Jagan believes the fake liquor was made by people connected to the Chief Minister's party and sold through their own shops.
Former minister Jogi Ramesh has been arrested by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in a spurious liquor case.
The arrest is based on statements from the prime accused, Addhepalli Janardhan Rao, who alleged Ramesh's involvement and promises of financial support.
Ramesh denies any wrongdoing, calling the arrest illegal and politically motivated, and vows to fight it legally.
Ramesh's associate, Arepalli Ramu, has also been taken into custody in connection with the case.
YSR Congress Party president YS Jagan Mohan Reddy condemned the arrest, accusing the current government of a cover-up and politically motivated action.
- Who
- YSRCP leader and former minister Jogi Ramesh; his associate Arepalli Ramu; prime accused Addhepalli Janardhan Rao; Special Investigation Team (SIT); YS Jagan Mohan Reddy.
- What
- Jogi Ramesh was arrested by the SIT in connection with a counterfeit and adulterated liquor case. The arrest is based on statements from the prime accused, who implicated Ramesh. Ramesh denies wrongdoing and alleges political motivation. YS Jagan Mohan Reddy condemned the arrest, accusing the Chief Minister of a cover-up and misuse of power.
- When
- Sunday morning.
- Where
- Ibrahimpatnam, NTR district (Ramesh's residence). Ramesh was taken to the Excise Department office in Vijayawada.
- Why
- The SIT arrested Jogi Ramesh based on the prime accused's statement alleging Ramesh's encouragement, promise of financial support, and advice in setting up the counterfeit liquor production. YS Jagan alleges the arrest is a political maneuver by the Chief Minister to divert attention from his own alleged involvement.
Jogi Ramesh and YS Jagan's Stance
SIT's Allegations and Supporting Claims
Legitimacy of Arrest
Jogi Ramesh and YS Jagan's Stance
Jogi Ramesh and YS Jagan claim the arrest is illegal, politically motivated, and a diversionary tactic by the current government. YS Jagan alleges the Chief Minister is directly involved in the fake liquor scam and is using power to silence opposition.
SIT's Allegations and Supporting Claims
The SIT arrested Ramesh based on a written statement from the prime accused, Janardhan Rao, who implicated Ramesh in the counterfeit liquor operation. Supporting claims suggest the liquor was manufactured during the YSRCP regime and evidence links Ramesh to the illegal activity.
Involvement in Liquor Trade
Jogi Ramesh and YS Jagan's Stance
Ramesh denies any role in the spurious liquor case, stating he has committed no crime. YS Jagan asserts that the fake liquor was produced and sold by individuals linked to the current government's party and leaders.
SIT's Allegations and Supporting Claims
The prime accused alleges that Ramesh provided encouragement, financial promises, and advice for the illegal operation. State Settibalija Corporation Chairman Kudupudi Sattibabu accused Ramesh of exploiting his previous ministerial position for the spurious liquor trade, allegedly causing deaths and health issues.
Call for Investigation
Jogi Ramesh and YS Jagan's Stance
YS Jagan questions the Chief Minister's fear of a CBI probe if he has no role, suggesting the arrest of Jogi Ramesh, who had filed a petition for a CBI inquiry, is suspicious.
SIT's Allegations and Supporting Claims
SIT officials are conducting searches and the arrest is part of their ongoing investigation into the spurious liquor case, with evidence reportedly including statements, videographed interrogations, and CCTV footage.
- Arrested Individual
- Jogi Ramesh (YSRCP Leader, Former Minister)
- Reason for Arrest
- Alleged involvement in counterfeit and adulterated liquor production, based on statements from prime accused Janardhana Rao.
- Arresting Authority
- Special Investigation Team (SIT)
- Detained Associate
- Arepalli Ramu
- Location of Arrest
- Ibrahimpatnam, NTR district
- Stated Involvement
- Prime accused alleged Ramesh provided encouragement and financial promises for the illegal operation.
- Ramesh's Defense
- Claims arrest is unlawful, politically motivated, and vows to fight legally.
Sources
YSRCP Leader Jogi Ramesh Arrested in Liquor Case
Former Minister and YSRCP Leader Jogi Ramesh Arrested in Fake Liquor Case
Former minister Jogi Ramesh responded to his arrest, says will fight legally
Jagan condemns Ramesh’s arrest
Fuss over Jogi arrest baseless: Sattibabu
