The Supreme Court will be heard a plea from K Chandrasekhar Rao, leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), challenging a Telangana High Court order regarding a commission to investigate alleged power sector irregularities during his tenure. Rao disputes the commission’s establishment, alleging bias and political motives. The high court’s order emphasized the need for evidence to substantiate claims of bias.
The Telangana High Court dismissed KCR’s plea against an inquiry into power procurement irregularities from Chhattisgarh during his previous tenure. The decision addresses controversies over power procurement and thermal power station setups in the state, upholding the commission’s jurisdiction and emphasizing its fact-finding role without enforceable decisions.
On Thursday (27th June),The Telangana High Court adjourned a petition by K Chandrashekar Rao seeking a stay on Justice (retired) L Narasimha Reddy Commission proceedings until June 28. Rao, president of Bharat Rashtra Samiti and former Telangana Chief Minister, challenged the commission’s proceedings.