Andhra Pradesh High Court Rejects Bail Plea of YSRCP MP Midhun Reddy in Liquor Scam Case
Vijayawada | July 15, 2025 — The Andhra Pradesh High Court on Tuesday dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) MP P.V. Midhun Reddy in connection with the high-profile liquor scam linked to the previous state government’s excise policy.
The Special Investigation Team (SIT), currently probing the alleged irregularities in liquor contracts and policy implementation under the former YSRCP regime, named Midhun Reddy as one of the key accused in the case.
MP Accused of Major Role in Scam
The investigating officials argued that Midhun Reddy played a central role in executing and facilitating the liquor policy scam and has not been cooperating with the investigation. The SIT maintained that custodial interrogation is necessary for further progress in the case.
The YSRCP leader, however, denied any involvement, claiming that the allegations were politically motivated and that he had no role in the scam.
Court Reserves and Delivers Verdict
Following earlier hearings, the High Court had reserved its verdict after hearing arguments from both the SIT and Reddy’s legal counsel. On Tuesday evening, the court pronounced its decision, rejecting the anticipatory bail plea of the Lok Sabha MP.
With the bail plea dismissed, it is now expected that the SIT may proceed with legal action, including possible arrest, as part of the larger crackdown on alleged financial irregularities during the previous government’s tenure.
Background: The Liquor Scam
The liquor scam case involves alleged large-scale corruption in the awarding of contracts, formulation of excise policies, and manipulation of pricing structures during the former YSRCP administration. The SIT has already questioned several former ministers and senior bureaucrats, with more summons likely in the coming days.
Final Thoughts from The Trending People
The rejection of Midhun Reddy’s bail plea marks a significant development in Andhra Pradesh’s ongoing liquor scam investigation. As the SIT intensifies its probe, the coming weeks may see further political tremors with more names from the previous government under scrutiny.
The High Court’s decision signals that the judiciary is taking a strict view of allegations involving public policy manipulation and corruption.