Brave Daughter of Konda Surekha Challenges Police in Dramatic Late-Night Raid to Nab Minister’s Aide Accused of Extortion!
A tense standoff erupted late Wednesday night at the residence of Telangana Endowments Minister Konda Surekha in Hyderabad as police attempted to arrest her former Officer on Special Duty (OSD), N. Sumanth. Sumanth was recently dismissed by the state government amid serious allegations of extortion at gunpoint, implicating him in threats against employees of a private cement company.
The situation escalated when Konda Sushmitha, the minister’s daughter, confronted law enforcement officials, allegedly blocking their entry and questioning their motives for being at the residence. Sources reveal that the government has taken a grave stance on Sumanth’s alleged misdeeds, which include claims that he coerced several cement factory owners in the recently formed Nalgonda district into paying him money, threatening them with punitive actions through the Pollution Control Board (PCB) if they failed to comply.
Sumanth’s tenure as an OSD began with his appointment to the PCB before being assigned to Minister Konda Surekha’s office. His dismissal was confirmed following a wave of fresh complaints from industry representatives that surfaced earlier this week, which prompted the PCB Secretary to issue formal termination orders on Tuesday.
The police action to arrest Sumanth came the following day, as part of a broader investigation initiated by the government into allegations surrounding the misuse of power and extortion by public officials. Law enforcement agencies, however, have remained tight-lipped regarding the specifics of the incident. They have indicated that efforts to locate Sumanth, who is currently evading arrest, are ongoing.
The situation has garnered significant attention in Telangana, raising questions about accountability and transparency among public officials. As the public awaits further developments, the focus remains on the government’s commitment to addressing allegations of corruption and misconduct within its ranks.
Published on October 16, 2025, at 11:40 AM IST.
Original Source: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/konda-surekhas-daughter-confronts-police-during-late-night-raid-to-arrest-ministers-aide-accused-of-extortion/article70170102.ece
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Publish Date: 2025-10-16 11:40:00
