Overview

• The High Court’s interim order bars police from investigating or arresting YS Jagan Mohan Reddy and his driver for two weeks pending further court proceedings.
• Justice K. Srinivas Reddy likened the hit-and-run to accidents at the Kumbh Mela, drawing criticism for downplaying the supporter’s death.
• Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu says forensic analysis and viral videos confirm a YSRCP vehicle in Jagan’s convoy fatally struck Cheeli Singayya, accusing the party of tampering with evidence.
• Lourdu Mary, the victim’s wife, alleges foul play during her husband’s ambulance transfer and claims men linked to minister Nara Lokesh threatened her to alter her statement.
• The unfolding drama underscores intense YSRCP–TDP rivalry and raises fresh concerns about police impartiality and safety protocols for political roadshows.