Hyderabad, Feb 18 (NationPress) On Wednesday, the police in Telangana apprehended former MLA and BRS leader Balka Suman under allegations related to an incident involving Labor Minister Vivek Venkatswamy's convoy.

Tensions flared in the Kythanpally municipality of Mancherial district as supporters of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) attempted to obstruct the police from executing Suman's arrest.

A confrontation ensued between police and BRS supporters, prompting law enforcement to use force to restore order, subsequently transporting Suman to the Srirampur Police Station. He is expected to appear before a magistrate shortly.

A complaint was lodged against Suman on Tuesday for allegedly engaging in unruly behavior with police while attempting to hinder their duties. Furthermore, accusations surfaced claiming his involvement in stone-pelting incidents directed at Minister Vivek's convoy.

This unrest coincided with an ongoing power struggle between the ruling Congress and BRS, as both parties vie for control over the chairperson and vice-chairperson positions in Kythanpally municipality.

For two successive days, the elections have been postponed due to the prevailing tensions.

As police arrived at Suman's residence to facilitate his arrest, a large crowd of his supporters congregated, resisting law enforcement efforts. Amid heightened tensions, police had to physically carry Suman away in a vehicle.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao expressed his disapproval of Suman's arrest, demanding his immediate release.

Rama Rao criticized the police for apprehending the former MLA without prior notice, labeling the act as cowardly by the Revanth Reddy government.

He emphasized that the arrest of a Dalit leader, who represents marginalized communities, in such a manner is a disgraceful act.

Furthermore, Suman accused Minister Vivek of unconstitutional behavior aimed at manipulating the electoral process while exerting pressure on officials. He articulated concerns regarding the impartiality of the returning officer and police, who he claims have succumbed to the pressures of Congress leaders, reflecting poorly on democratic institutions.

KTR accused the police, originally tasked with maintaining law and order, of functioning as a private militia for the Congress party. He lamented that despite the clear mandate from the people of Kythanpally favoring BRS, it is troubling to witness candidates being kidnapped and charges being filed against those who resist.

He labeled the deployment of numerous police officers to file frivolous charges against Suman for questioning election irregularities as outrageous.

KTR urged the police to cease the harassment of senior party figures and activists, including Balka Suman, warning that any police officer engaging in misconduct will face consequences in the future.

KTR condemned the Congress’s 'occupation politics' currently dominating the state. Citing incidents in Thorrur, Jangaon, and Zaheerabad, he expressed alarm over elected councillors being compromised for minimal compensation.

He called upon the State Election Commission and the Governor to intervene promptly, conduct a thorough investigation into the irregularities surrounding the municipal elections, and take decisive action against police officers who violate the law to favor the ruling party.