In a significant development, the Supreme Court has dismissed the Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) filed by the Telangana government in the phone tapping case. The apex court’s decision upholds the High Court’s order quashing the First Information Report (FIR) against Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLA T Harish Rao.
The ruling was issued on January 5, 2026, and it states that there is no fresh evidence to reopen the matter. This decision marks a major setback for the Telangana government, which had been pursuing the case against Harish Rao, a former minister in the state.
The phone tapping case was initiated following a complaint filed by Siddipet-based real estate businessman Chakradhar Goud, who alleged that his phone was illegally tapped by Harish Rao and then DCP Radhakishan Rao. The FIR against the two officials was initially filed in 2024.
However, both the High Court and now the Supreme Court have ruled in favor of Harish Rao, stating that there is insufficient evidence to proceed with the case. This decision brings a significant relief to the BRS MLA, who has been embroiled in this controversy for over a year.
The phone tapping case had generated considerable attention and controversy, particularly due to its political implications. As the legal proceedings continue, it remains to be seen how this development will impact the political landscape of Telangana.
