Kidnapping Case Registered Against Actor Mohan Babu, Son Vishnu Manchu, and 11 Others in Tirupati
In a significant development from Andhra Pradesh, the Tiruchanur police in Tirupati district have officially registered a kidnapping case against thirteen individuals. The list of accused includes prominent Telugu film actor Mohan Babu, his actor-politician son Vishnu Manchu, and the Public Relations Officer of Mohan Babu University. The case is directly connected to an incident that was reported on February 3 in the Tiruchanur area.
Complaint Filed by Student Leader Triggers Legal Action
According to official police reports, the case was initiated based on a formal complaint lodged by Akbar, a leader of the Students’ Federation of India (SFI). The complaint detailed the alleged events of February 3, leading investigators to invoke serious sections of the Indian Penal Code. These sections pertain specifically to the offenses of kidnapping, criminal conspiracy, and assault, indicating the gravity of the allegations being investigated by the Tiruchanur police station.
University Files Counter-Complaint Alleging Extortion and Defamation
In a dramatic twist to the unfolding legal drama, the university administration has filed a counter-complaint. The Public Relations Officer of Mohan Babu University has alleged that student union leaders, including the complainant Akbar, engaged in a deliberate campaign to damage the institution's reputation. The PRO's complaint states that these individuals circulated false and misleading information on various social media platforms. Furthermore, the complaint accuses them of demanding money from the university management, framing it as an act of extortion.
Acting swiftly on this counter-allegation, the Chandragiri police have registered a separate case. This new case names SFI leader Akbar and others, charging them based on the university's claims of defamation and financial demands. Police sources have confirmed that both cases are now active and under investigation by their respective stations, setting the stage for a complex legal confrontation.
Legal and Reputational Stakes Are High for All Parties Involved
The dual filings have created a high-stakes situation involving serious criminal charges. For the accused in the kidnapping case, including the high-profile figures of Mohan Babu and Vishnu Manchu, the allegations carry significant legal and reputational risk. Conversely, the student leaders now face their own legal challenges from the counter-case, which alleges malicious intent and financial misconduct.
This incident highlights the often-tense dynamics between educational institution managements and student political bodies in the region. The police investigations into both the initial kidnapping complaint and the subsequent extortion and defamation allegations will be closely watched, as they will determine the factual narrative of the contentious February 3 event in Tiruchanur.
