Tirupati Tensions: Crackdown on Post-Poll Violence

In the aftermath of post-poll violence in Tirupati, the district administration has intensified security measures, resulting in the arrest of 141 individuals implicated in the incidents. Additionally, 54 history sheets have been opened against identified troublemakers to deter further unrest. With a three-tier security system implemented around the counting center and 25 check-posts established along key routes, authorities aim to ensure a smooth counting process amidst heightened tensions.

Escort services and continuous CCTV surveillance have been provided to candidates to safeguard their safety. Superintendent of Police V. Harshavardhan Raju emphasizes cordon-and-search operations and vehicular checks to identify and neutralize potential threats, while flag marches conducted in Chandragiri seek to restore calm in the area most affected by violence.