Sat Feb 01 06:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Fallen Minister Threatens Revenge After Alleged Smuggling and Land Grab Accusations

**Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh –** Former Andhra Pradesh minister Peddireddy Ramachandra Reddy, facing multiple investigations into alleged red sandalwood smuggling and illegal land occupation, has vowed revenge against his political rivals Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan. Reddy’s comments, made during a recent media interaction, have sparked controversy. He confidently predicted the return of Jagan Mohan Reddy as Chief Minister, stating that “the real game starts” then, and threatening retribution against those currently targeting him and his party.

Reddy’s defiant stance comes amidst serious allegations and ongoing legal battles. The Andhra Pradesh government is actively pursuing multiple cases against him. Critics are questioning his optimism regarding Jagan Mohan Reddy’s return to power, suggesting that his focus on revenge rather than addressing the accusations is damaging his image and potentially that of Jagan Mohan Reddy himself. The incident highlights the increasingly tense political climate in the state as the next election approaches.

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