SIT notices to Union Minister Bandi Sanjay

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Telangana phone tapping case has intensified its efforts, drawing in a number of high-profile political figures for questioning. The investigation, which initially focused on bureaucratic and police involvement, has now widened its scope to include political leaders, signaling the seriousness and depth of the surveillance scandal. The latest development includes the issuance of a notice to Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, directing him to appear for questioning on the 24th of this month at the Lakeview Guest House in Hyderabad.

The SIT has already recorded statements from prominent leaders such as Etala Rajender and Raghunandan Rao, both of whom have voiced concerns about political misuse of state machinery during the previous government’s tenure. These interrogations have reportedly provided the SIT with leads suggesting that unauthorized surveillance was not limited to officials but may have targeted opposition leaders, activists, and journalists. The widening net of the investigation indicates that this may have been a systematic operation aimed at monitoring political rivals.

Bandi Sanjay Kumar’s summoning marks a crucial turning point in the case, as he holds a key position in the central government. His questioning is expected to revolve around his knowledge of the surveillance practices and whether he or his party members were subjected to any form of illegal phone tapping. Sources suggest that the SIT may also explore if there were any communications between the tapped individuals and central agencies that could provide additional context or corroborate evidence already collected.

This phone tapping controversy has stirred significant political unrest in Telangana, with opposition parties demanding accountability and transparency. The state government, led by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, has assured full cooperation with the SIT and promised that no one, irrespective of rank or affiliation, will be spared if found guilty. The probe is being closely watched by both the public and political analysts, given its potential to expose institutional overreach and abuse of power.

According to preliminary reports, the surveillance network was allegedly orchestrated during the previous administration using sophisticated technology and covert operatives. The SIT is believed to have retrieved digital evidence, call records, and intercepted data that point to a well-planned and executed scheme. With central figures now being summoned, it appears that the SIT is moving from the periphery to the core of the operation, likely seeking to establish a chain of command and decision-making.

As the July 24 questioning date nears, political tensions are expected to rise, with parties on both sides preparing for potential fallout. Bandi Sanjay Kumar has maintained that he will cooperate with the SIT and dismissed the notice as politically motivated. However, legal experts argue that such investigations must remain apolitical and evidence-based. The final outcome of this case could have far-reaching implications for Telangana’s political landscape and institutional integrity.