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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Time of India
Inter-state kidney racket kingpin Pavan, broker arrested by CID
Hyderabad: Crime Investigation Department (CID), Telangana, sleuths have arrested the alleged kingpin and a broker in the inter-state kidney trafficking racket busted at Alakananda Multi-Specialty Hospital in Kothapet in Jan this year. Apart from the kingpin, Pamulapati Pavan Kumar alias Leon of Andhra Pradesh, who had previously sold a kidney before becoming a racketeer, CID investigators also nabbed broker Pradeep Kumar Gupta alias Pradeep Agarwal of Gurgaon. The simultaneous arrests by CID special teams in Hyderabad and Chandigarh increased the total number of detainees in the case to 19. Also, CID investigation also identified the involvement of two more city hospitals in the racket, whose names had figured in last year's Chief Minister Relief Fund (CMRF) scam. You Can Also Check: Hyderabad AQI | Weather in Hyderabad | Bank Holidays in Hyderabad | Public Holidays in Hyderabad The investigation revealed that Pavan, who was nabbed at LB Nagar en route to his advocate's residence on Tuesday, had sold his own kidney several years ago and subsequently used those contacts to establish the trafficking network. It was also discovered that, in addition to Alakananda Hospital in Kothapet, illegal transplant surgeries were conducted at Janani and Aruna Hospitals in Saidabad, which were now non-functional. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo CID sources indicated that all three hospitals shared common ownership links and that the names Janani and Aruna Hospitals had appeared in CMRF fraud cases investigated by CID since 2024. CID said it would file a petition in court on Thursday to seek custody of both Pavan and Pradeep to obtain further information about the inter-state kidney trafficking operation. The criminal case was initially registered at Saroornagar police station on January 21, 2025 following a complaint from the Deputy DM&HO and was transferred to CID on April 24 for a more comprehensive probe. Investigators described Pavan Kumar, 33, as the main conspirator of a network that matched wealthy recipients across India with impoverished donors from Tamil Nadu. In collaboration with already arrested surgeons Dr Rajashekar, Dr Avinash and others, Pavan organised illegal transplants not only at Alakananda, but also at Janani and Aruna Hospitals in the city. CID sources reported that the accused had established a chain of agents, who scoured slums and villages for financially desperate individuals willing to sell a kidney for Rs 3-5 lakh. 'Recipients were charged Rs 50 lakh or more. Pavan Kumar pocketed Rs 10-15 lakh per surgery, funding his fancy for luxury cars and casino trips to Sri Lanka,' a CID official said. According to CID, Gupta, the second individual arrested on Tuesday, was responsible for sourcing clients from Delhi, Gujarat and Maharashtra for Pavan Kumar. 'Gupta was paid Rs 10 lakh commission for each kidney transplantation and he had arranged kidneys for around 10 patients from different states. Efforts are on to apprehend other absconding accused in the case,' Telangana CID chief Charu Sinha said. The accused were charged under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) in addition to multiple provisions of the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994.
Hans India
a day ago
- Politics
- Hans India
MLA reviews engineering works
Guntur: Guntur East MLA Md Naseer Ahmed directed the officials to maintain quality in executing the engineering works and complete the works within the stipulated time. He emphasised the need for engineering officials to ensure that all ongoing development works in the city are completed with high quality and speed. He conducted a review meeting with municipal engineering officials at his local constituency office on Tuesday. Speaking on the occasion, he instructed the officials to monitor construction works continuously in the backdrop of the rainy season. He inquired about the current status of each project, how much work is pending, the percentage of completion, and the estimated time required for full completion. MLA Naseer Ahmed stated that soon after the coalition government, led by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, came to power, several large-scale projects were initiated in Guntur. He said these projects would greatly benefit the people of the city and urged the engineering staff involved to carry out their responsibilities with utmost accountability. Earlier, he distributed Rs 71 lakh financial assistance from CMRF to fifty beneficiaries. Speaking on this occasion, he said the coalition government is liberally extending financial assistance to the needy.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
95% of public satisfied with one year NDA governance: Union MoS Pemmasani
GUNTUR: Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Dr Pemmasani Chandrasekhar, said that 95% of the public in Guntur West expressed satisfaction with the coalition government's performance in its first year. The Union Minister, joined by MLA Galla Madhavi and Mayor Kovelamudi Ravindra Babu, visited homes as part of the outreach programme, 'Suparipalanalo Tholi Adugu', to gather feedback and noted improvements in roads, drainage, and sanitation. 'People are recognising that promises are being implemented across all wards,' he said. The Union Minister assured that the issue of stray dogs is being tackled legally and humanely. Long-pending housing title deed issues are also being resolved in coordination with local authorities. Later, Dr Pemmasani disbursed Rs 42.14 lakh in cheques from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) to underprivileged individuals needing urgent medical aid. He described the CMRF as a vital support mechanism aligned with Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's inclusive governance vision for the State. Several beneficiaries, moved by the gesture, thanked the government for its timely help.
Hans India
3 days ago
- Health
- Hans India
CMRF cheques worth Rs 42 lakh distributed
Guntur: Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communications, Dr Pemmasani Chandrasekhar said the government led by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu is committed to the welfare of the poor and weaker sections. Through the Chief Minister's Relief Fund timely assistance is being provided, bringing hope and relief to the lives of the poor, he said. He distributed financial assistance from the CMRF cheques worth Rs 42,14,861 to poor beneficiaries at a programme held at his camp office here on Sunday. He stated that the programme reflects the government's commitment to welfare and such assistance offers great relief in times of medical emergencies or financial distress. It reflects the compassionate vision Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu holds for the underprivileged. The CMRF distribution is a crucial part of the CM's efforts to ensure government services reach all sections of society. The government's efforts to safeguard public health are being widely appreciated, he said.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Yasaswini distributes CMRF cheques
Hanumakonda: Palakurthi MLA M Yasaswini Reddy on Thursday distributed Chief Minister Relief Fund (CMRF) cheques worth Rs 52,35,700 to 158 beneficiaries at her camp office. She handed over financial assistance sanctioned through the CMRF. The MLA stated that although the government is facing financial challenges, it has not stepped back when it comes to welfare of the poor. She praised the CMRF for being a great support to the economically weaker sections suffering from health issues. Reddy added that despite paying interest every month on debts accumulated during the BRS rule, the government continues to allocate funds for development and welfare schemes. She said this programme serves as a great platform for directly delivering government support to each person.
