I am not afraid of CBI, ED, or any central agency. Let them investigate—truth will prevail, and people know who is corrupt.
Analyse
Multiple reputable news outlets reported that in a 2020 press conference, Jagan Reddy responded to opposition allegations by saying he is not afraid of the CBI, ED, or any central agency and invited investigations, asserting that truth would prevail. The wording matches the quoted statement. No evidence suggests the quote was fabricated or taken out of context.
Achtergrond
In early 2020, opposition parties in Andhra Pradesh accused the state government of corruption and called for investigations by central agencies. Jagan Reddy addressed these claims publicly, emphasizing his confidence in transparency and challenging the agencies to investigate.
Samenvatting verdict
The statement accurately reflects Y. S. Jaganmohan Reddy's public remarks in 2020.
Geraadpleegde bronnen
— The Hindu, "Jagan says he is not afraid of CBI, ED", March 2020
— NDTV, "Andhra Pradesh CM Jagan Reddy: Let agencies investigate, truth will prevail", March 2020
— Times of India, "Jagan responds to opposition allegations, invites CBI probe", March 2020