As the people are gearing up for Diwali, Revenue minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy resorted to a different kind of explosion revealing a `political earthquake’ soon. With his cryptic yet alarming remark that “political bombs” are set to explode before Diwali, suggesting that his government is poised to reveal major corruption scandals within days.
Political insiders believe that minister’s claim, made during an official visit to Seoul, South Korea, also indicates possibility
of high-profile arrests. Such developments could expose serious wrongdoings that have been simmering beneath the surface for months, if not years.
The minister’s remarks come amidst growing tensions between the ruling BRS government and its rivals, notably the Congress and BJP. Ponguleti’s statements could be seen as an attempt to tighten the grip on political adversaries, potentially implicating opposition leaders in corruption scandals that could tarnish their reputations ahead of the polls.
According to the minister, a substantial amount of evidence has been gathered, with all relevant files now prepared for action. “No one is above the law, and no matter how powerful, those guilty of corruption or misconduct will face justice,” Ponguleti emphatically stated during a media interaction.
He made it clear that the state administration would act swiftly, possibly as soon as they return from their foreign tour. This statement, cryptic as it may be, alludes to unavoidable legal actions against senior political figures, particularly those associated with the previous administration.
The timing of this announcement, just days before one of India’s biggest festivals, Diwali, seems to have been strategically chosen to maximize public and political attention.
Moreover, the minister’s focus on “political bombs” may be a deliberate strategy to shift the public discourse and regain momentum for the ruling party, which has faced mounting criticism on various fronts. In particular, controversies surrounding major infrastructure projects, land reforms, and river development projects like the Musi River cleanup have left the government vulnerable to opposition attacks.
