A recent report by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has linked former Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy to a liquor scam in Andhra Pradesh. The report reveals that kickbacks have been extracted from distilleries in the state since 2019, with Jagan Mohan Reddy identified as the primary beneficiary. The scandal reportedly involved pressuring distilleries to pay commissions to prevent disruptions in supply orders. Funds obtained through this illegal activity were allegedly funneled through hawala networks, ultimately benefiting syndicate-affiliated liquor brands. The scheme has had a detrimental impact on the state’s liquor industry.