The Election Commission of India (ECI) mandated a Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by Inspector General of Police (IG) Vineet Brijlal, to probe the post-poll violence in Palnadu, Anantapur, and Tirupati. This initiative, prompted by Director General of Police Harish Kumar Gupta, commenced its inquiry on Saturday.
Comprising 13 members, including ACB SP Rama Devi and CID DSP P Srinivasulu, the SIT divided into four teams to investigate incidents of violence reported in various areas. They scrutinized FIRs related to riots and arson in Macherla, Narasaraopet, Chandragiri, and Tadipatri. One team delved into the post-poll violence at Sri Padmavathi Mahila Viswa Vidyalayam (SPMVV) in Tirupati.
The teams assessed the progress of ongoing investigations, visited crime scenes, and gathered evidence such as CCTV footage and media recordings. Preliminary reports will be submitted to Vineet Brijlal for review, with further visits to affected areas scheduled. DGP Gupta instructed the SIT to furnish a comprehensive report to the ECI for potential disciplinary action against perpetrators and negligent officials.
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