BRS Leader KTR Criticized Amid Controversial Remarks By Telangana Minister

Telangana Minister Konda Surekha accused BRS leader KT Ramarao of instigating online abuse against her and blamed him for the divorce of actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya. The remark drew backlash from Naga Chaitanya’s father, Nagarjuna, and the BRS party. Ramarao sent a legal notice demanding an apology.

Telangana Minister Konda Surekha on Wednesday accused senior BRS leader KT Ramarao of instigating online abuse against her and blamed him for the divorce of actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya, sparking immediate backlash.

Naga Chaitanya's father and veteran actor Nagarjuna condemned the Minister's remarks, urging her not to involve celebrities' private lives in political discourse. The BRS party denounced the comments as 'uncouth' and 'disgusting,' stating they would pursue legal action.

Ramarao has sent a legal notice to Surekha, demanding a public apology within 24 hours to avoid a defamation suit and criminal case.

(With inputs from agencies.)