Former Executive Engineer of the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS) in Telangana was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) for allegedly amassing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. The accused, B. Srinivas Reddy, was taken into custody after raids were conducted at his residence and other locations, revealing assets worth crores of rupees. Reddy, who was serving as the executive engineer in the Irrigation Department, is believed to have acquired the assets through illegal means. The ACB officials seized documents related to properties, investments, and bank accounts during the raids. The investigation into the case is ongoing, and further details are yet to be disclosed by the authorities. The arrest of the former executive engineer has brought to light yet another instance of corruption within the government departments, raising concerns about accountability and transparency in public offices. The KLIS project, one of the flagship irrigation projects in Telangana, has been marred by controversies and allegations of corruption since its inception. The arrest of Reddy underscores the need for stringent measures to curb corruption and ensure integrity in public service. The ACB has vowed to continue its crackdown on corrupt practices and hold the guilty accountable. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.