Actor-turned-politician Posani Krishna Murali, who was recently arrested, revealed during police interrogation that YSRCP leaders, particularly Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, provided him with scripts to deliver inflammatory statements during press meets. These statements were designed to provoke conflicts between castes and communities, with the ultimate goal of benefiting the party politically. Posani admitted to making derogatory remarks against political rivals like Pawan Kalyan and Nara Lokesh, as well as targeting their families, to stir up public anger.
After these press meets, the YSRCP’s social media wing, led by Sajjala Bhargav Reddy, allegedly amplified the controversial statements to spread them widely. This strategy was aimed at deepening societal divisions and creating an environment of hostility, which the party could exploit for electoral gains. Posani also confessed to making false claims about the Nandi Awards selection committee, alleging bias towards a particular caste, to further fuel resentment.
Posani’s arrest and subsequent revelations have sparked outrage, with many questioning the ethical boundaries of political strategies. The actor admitted to knowingly spreading misinformation and inciting hatred, acknowledging that his actions were driven by the YSRCP’s agenda. The police have submitted a detailed remand report to the court, highlighting these orchestrated efforts to manipulate public sentiment.