HCA sends five people, including president Jaganmohan Rao, to 12-day remand

The Malkajgiri court has taken a significant step in the ongoing investigation into irregularities within the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA), remanding five individuals, including the HCA President Jaganmohan Rao, for 12 days. This move comes after a detailed police remand report revealed startling facts about the misuse of power and manipulation within the association. The arrests have brought the functioning of the HCA under serious scrutiny, especially with respect to its election processes and administrative conduct.

The complaint that triggered the investigation was lodged by Telangana Cricketers Association General Secretary Guruva Reddy on June 9, 2024. The complaint was based on alleged illegal activities that occurred prior to May 2024 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium. According to the complainant, Jaganmohan Rao had unlawfully gained access and influence within the HCA, which enabled him to contest and subsequently win the presidential election despite not being eligible under the association’s regulations.

Further details in the police remand report indicate that documents were allegedly forged, and procedural norms were deliberately bypassed to favor certain individuals. The report highlights a systematic effort to control the electoral process and suppress dissenting voices within the cricketing community. Investigators also suspect the involvement of other HCA officials and associates who may have aided in facilitating these irregularities, raising questions about the broader governance practices within the association.

The remand of Jaganmohan Rao and the other accused marks a critical moment for cricket administration in Telangana. The scandal has not only tarnished the image of the HCA but also raised concerns among players, fans, and stakeholders about the integrity of the sport’s management in the state. With the case under active investigation, authorities are expected to delve deeper into financial records, internal communications, and election procedures to uncover the full extent of the misconduct.