What Next! Jaffar Interviews VV.Lakshminarayana Over Chandrababu Case

VV. Lakshminarayana, the former CBI Joint Director, shared insights into the case involving the arrest of former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu during an online interview with anchor Jaffar. He emphasized that legal sections are determined and enforced based on complaints and their content. Lakshminarayana discussed the legal aspects of the case related to the Skill Development Corporation. He also touched upon the issue of political influence affecting the functioning of ACB officials, providing an example to illustrate his point. He mentioned that while some schemes or projects might receive approval in the Assembly and Cabinet on their merits, deviations may occur later when the procedures are not followed. In such cases, those involved, including ministers, should be held accountable. The former CBI JD explained how corruption cases are interconnected with finance, documents, and individuals, ranging from secretary-level officials to the Chief Minister. Regarding the possibility of legal punishment for former CM Chandrababu, Lakshminarayana stated that it depends on the investigation process, charge sheets, discharge petitions, and the framing of charges by the court. He detailed how these legal proceedings are based on evidence and accusations, ultimately leading to potential punishment for convicted individuals, regardless of their status. He also suggested that Chandrababu's case could potentially reach the Supreme Court. In the same interview, TDP leader Kesineni Chinni expressed confidence in their party's belief that their Chief will be exonerated. He also posed questions to the former CBI JD to know the answers. In the end, VV. Lakshminarayana has given diplomatic answer about his political journey.