A serious security breach has come to light at the Telangana Secretariat, where a man allegedly impersonating a police constable managed to enter a highly restricted government complex and falsely claim to be associated with the Chief Minister’s security team. The incident, which took place in Hyderabad, has raised concerns about vulnerabilities in access control and verification mechanisms within one of the state’s most sensitive administrative zones.
According to police officials, the accused, a 31-year-old identified as Tatturi Ravi, is a resident of Markapuram in Andhra Pradesh. He allegedly gained entry into the Secretariat premises by posing as a member of the security detail assigned to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy. Once inside, he moved freely within or around restricted areas, presenting himself as an official security personnel, which allowed him to avoid suspicion and continue his activities undetected for some time.
The situation became more alarming when it was discovered that the accused had recorded a video of himself while inside the Secretariat complex, dressed in a police uniform. In the video, which later circulated widely on social media, he introduced himself in Telugu as part of the Chief Minister’s security team. He even went a step further by inviting viewers to contact him to arrange a meeting with the Chief Minister, urging them to message him and share the video. The Secretariat building was clearly visible in the background, lending an air of authenticity to his claims.
Police officials indicated that the impersonation may not have been limited to mere trespassing, but could be part of a larger scheme involving cheating or influence-peddling. By falsely presenting himself as someone with direct access to the Chief Minister, the accused may have attempted to build credibility and potentially exploit individuals seeking political access or favors. Investigators are examining whether he contacted or deceived any individuals using this fabricated identity.
The accused is currently absconding, and efforts are underway to locate and apprehend him. Authorities are also conducting a detailed investigation into how he managed to bypass multiple layers of security at the Secretariat. This includes examining whether there were procedural lapses, negligence, or possible internal assistance that enabled his unauthorized entry into such a high-security government facility.
A case has been registered at the Saifabad Police Station under several provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including Sections 204 and 205 related to impersonating a public servant and false personation, Section 319 dealing with cheating by impersonation, Section 318(4) concerning cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property, and Section 353 on statements that could lead to public mischief. In addition, Section 66D of the Information Technology Act, 2000, has been invoked, which specifically addresses cheating by personation using digital or electronic means.
This incident highlights the risks posed by identity fraud in sensitive government environments and underscores the urgent need for stricter verification systems, enhanced surveillance, and tighter enforcement of access protocols to prevent similar breaches in the future.
