‘Rama Rajyam’ founder sent to police custody for attack on temple priest. Police said 20-25 people, clad in black uniforms, barged into the residence of Rangarajan at Chilkur and assaulted him. They demanded he support their organisation financially as well as recruit people into the “Ramaajyam Army” Many of the accused reportedly told the police that they were lured into joining the organisation on the promise of financial support and food by Raghava Reddy. The matter came to light on February 8 after Ranga Reddy lodged a complaint. The questioning is expected to help police in further probing the motive and activities of the organisation. The court rejected the arguments and sent the accused toPolice custody for three days from Tuesday. The case is being investigated by the Hyderabad Police’s Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) The case has been adjourned until February 18.
