ED questions ex-IAS officer, 3 others in AP liquor fraud case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated questioning of retired IAS officer K Dhanunjay Reddy and three other individuals in connection with a significant ₹3,500 crore liquor scam tied to the previous Andhra Pradesh government. This investigation is part of a broader probe into alleged irregularities and corruption involving the state's liquor policy. Reddy, who held a prominent position in the state's bureaucracy, is being scrutinized for his role in the formulation and implementation of the now-controversial liquor policy. The ED's actions reflect heightened scrutiny on officials connected to the previous administration, amid growing public concern over corruption in government dealings. The inquiry aims to uncover the extent of malpractices and the potential involvement of other officials in this high-profile case, which has drawn widespread media attention. As the investigation progresses, the ED is expected to summon more individuals related to the case, further intensifying the probe into the alleged financial misconduct that has plagued Andhra Pradesh's liquor industry.