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Judicial Panel Summons KCR and Ex-Ministers Over Kaleshwaram Project Failures

Justice Ghose Commission extends probe timeline to July 31, 2025, as top political figures are called for cross-examination regarding structural and financial lapses.

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A former Supreme Court judge heading the judicial inquiry commission, directed KCR to appear on June 5 to present his version on the irregularities that allegedly took place in the construction of Kaleshwaram project.
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Overview

  • Former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao, ex-Irrigation Minister T. Harish Rao, and ex-Finance Minister Eatala Rajender have been summoned to appear for questioning in early June.
  • The inquiry was initiated after structural issues, including cracks and sinking at Medigadda, Annaram, and Sundilla barrages, were reported in late 2023.
  • The commission has extended its term multiple times, with the final report now expected by late July 2025 after examining over 100 witnesses and key reports from oversight bodies.
  • BRS leaders claim the inquiry is politically motivated, while Congress defends it as a lawful investigation into alleged irregularities under the previous administration.
  • The Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme, built to draw water from the Godavari River, has faced scrutiny over cost overruns, design flaws, and site decisions made during the BRS regime.