Telangana Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy has strongly rejected rumours circulating on social media and aired by some television channels alleging personal connections between him and a woman officer. The minister issued a strong statement condemning what he termed as baseless allegations aimed at tarnishing his reputation. He emphasized that such rumours are completely false and lack any factual basis.
Addressing the controversy, the minister clarified the administrative procedures followed in his department. He stated that since assuming office as minister, four collectors have been changed in Nalgonda district. The minister stressed that all transfer decisions, including those involving women officers, are made by the Chief Minister and not by individual ministers. This clarification was aimed at dispelling any notion of personal involvement in administrative transfers.
The minister expressed concern over the spread of misinformation through various media platforms. He pointed out that such baseless allegations not only harm individual reputations but also undermine public trust in government institutions. Komatireddy Venkat Reddy emphasized that transfer and posting decisions follow established administrative protocols and are based on official requirements rather than personal considerations.
The controversy appears to have emerged following recent administrative changes in Nalgonda district. However, the minister maintained that all such transfers are routine administrative matters handled through proper channels. He reiterated that the decision-making authority for such transfers rests with the Chief Minister’s office, following standard government procedures and guidelines.
The minister concluded his statement by reaffirming his commitment to transparent governance and administrative integrity. “These allegations are completely false,” he stated firmly, calling for responsible reporting and an end to the spread of unverified information on social media platforms and news channels.
