Jagan Reddy alleges 'massive corruption' in agreements signed by Naidu government, orders probe

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Wednesday ordered an inquiry into the alleged “massive corruption” in power purchase deals signed by the previous government, PTI reported.

Reddy’s decision to initiate legal action against former Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu came two days after he ordered the demolition of Praja Vedika, a conference hall adjacent to Naidu’s house, at Undavalli near Amaravati.

“Who purchased power at high prices and who decided to do so,” Jagan reportedly asked at a high-level review meeting on the power sector. “Will people’s money be looted in such brazen manner? Conduct an inquiry and take legal action against all those involved, including the then chief minister and the then energy minister.”