Andhra Pradesh HC Reserves Order on Naidu's Petition Challenging Arrest in Skills Development Scam Case

Andhra Pradesh HC reserves order on Naidu's petition to quash case in Skill Development Corporation scam
Naidu argues arrest was politically motivated and without Governor's consent
State counters no consent needed as probe began before 2018 amendment
Naidu's counsel alleges no scam as 6 centres still functional, no misuse of funds
State argues advance released before work done, money diverted to shell companies
Hearing on Naidu's bail plea in case adjourned to Sept 21
High Court defers hearing on Naidu's bail plea in Amaravati case to Sept 21

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Posted 9/19/2023, 2:13:02 PM

Andhra Pradesh HC Reserves Order on Naidu's Petition Challenging Arrest in Skills Development Scam Case

Andhra Pradesh HC reserves order on Naidu's petition to quash case in Skill Development Corporation scam
Naidu argues arrest was politically motivated and without Governor's consent
State counters no consent needed as probe began before 2018 amendment
Naidu's counsel alleges no scam as 6 centres still functional, no misuse of funds
State argues advance released before work done, money diverted to shell companies
Hearing on Naidu's bail plea in case adjourned to Sept 21
High Court defers hearing on Naidu's bail plea in Amaravati case to Sept 21

greatandhra.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/11/2023

Naidu's Arrest in Alleged Scam Sends Shockwaves Through TDP Ahead of Andhra Pradesh Polls

9/13/2023

Rajinikanth Calls Naidu a 'Great Friend', Offers Support Amid Arrest

9/19/2023

Naidu Faces Multiple Charges Amid Control Shift to Son Lokesh in TDP

9/22/2023

Naidu's Remand Extended, Claims Political Vendetta But Judge Says All Equal Before Law

9/22/2023

High Court Upholds Naidu's Arrest and Remand, Allows Case Investigation to Continue