Brief
Andhra Pradesh police book 17 in 14 election‑related incidents across eight districts
The state police said investigations are ongoing into intimidation, obstruction and disturbances during local body elections.
By Felo News Desk · Published
On Friday, the Andhra Pradesh state police registered cases for 14 election‑related incidents reported in eight districts and identified 17 accused, DGP Harish Kumar Gupta said in an official release.
Palnadu and Kadapa each reported three incidents, while Anantapur and Nellore reported two each. Tirupati, Kurnool, Annamayya and Markapuram each reported one incident.
The police intervened promptly, deploying additional forces at sensitive nomination centres and villages, and provided protection and escorts to candidates in coordination with district administrations and election authorities.
Gupta warned that no political leader, party or group would be allowed to obstruct candidates, intimidate voters or interfere with the lawful election process, and directed officers to supervise election security and respond immediately to complaints.
Key facts
- Police registered cases for 14 election‑related incidents in eight districts (newindianexpress.com)
- Seventeen accused were identified (newindianexpress.com)
- Palnadu and Kadapa reported three incidents each (newindianexpress.com)
- Anantapur and Nellore reported two incidents each (newindianexpress.com)
- Tirupati, Kurnool, Annamayya and Markapuram each reported one incident (newindianexpress.com)
Sources
- [1] newindianexpress.com — originally reported as “17 booked over 14 poll-related incidents in eight districts in Andhra Pradesh”
