Tahsildar booked in disproportionate assets case

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a case of disproportionate assets against Bandi Nageswara Rao, Tahsildar of Fort Warangal mandal, after searches revealed properties and valuables worth over ₹50 crore, allegedly acquired through corrupt means.

The ACB officials conducted simultaneous searches at seven locations, including Rao’s residence, the homes of his family members, his office and other premises.

Preliminary findings revealed possession of properties valued at ₹1.15 crore, agricultural land documents covering more than 17 acres worth ₹1.42 crore, gold ornaments weighing 70 tolas estimated at ₹23.84 lakh, silver articles weighing 1,791 grams worth ₹92,000, and vehicles - including two cars, and a two-wheeler - valued at ₹34.78 lakh. Officials also listed 23 wristwatches worth ₹3.28 lakh and household articles valued at ₹16.43 lakh.

The total assets identified so far amount to ₹50.22 crore, though officials believe the market value is significantly higher than the government valuation.

Further verification of additional properties is under way.

Rao has been arrested and produced before the Special Judge for SPE and ACB Cases in Warangal.

Further investigation is under way.