State vs N Chandrababu Naidu and Ponguru Narayana — 2021 Criminal Case (Andhra Pradesh)

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1. Judgment14 Aug 2026

   Supreme Court Affirms Quashing of FIR Against CM Chandrababu Naidu and Ex-Minister Ponguru Narayana in Amaravati Land Pooling Case

   The Supreme Court of India dismissed a petition challenging the Andhra Pradesh High Court's decision to quash the 2021 criminal case against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and former minister Ponguru Narayana regarding alleged irregularities in the Amaravati land pooling scheme. The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's quashing order.

   Explanation in simple terms

   The Supreme Court has decided to throw out a criminal case that was filed against Chandrababu Naidu, who was the Chief Minister, and Ponguru Narayana, a former minister. The case was about a land pooling project in Amaravati. By quashing the case, the court has essentially cancelled it, meaning the charges against both men have been dismissed and they no longer face this legal action.

   livelaw.in
2. Judgment17 Jul 2026

   Andhra Pradesh High Court Quashes FIR Against CM Naidu, Invoking Constitutional Principles and Criticism of Ruling Party's Use of Criminal Cases

   The Andhra Pradesh High Court quashed the FIR against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and former minister Ponguru Narayana over the Amaravati land pooling scheme. The court observed that the registration of criminal cases by ruling parties against opposition leaders is a 'disturbing feature' of Indian politics.

   Explanation in simple terms

   A high court in Andhra Pradesh decided to cancel criminal charges against Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and another person. The court found that the charges violated constitutional protections and criticized the ruling party for misusing the legal system to target political opponents. By quashing the FIR, the court essentially said the case should not proceed.

   indianexpress.com