An unusual and disturbing incident from Andhra Pradesh’s Nandyal district has triggered widespread discussion after a toll plaza employee was allegedly abducted in broad daylight. The incident, which reportedly involved Budda Rajasekhar Reddy, an MLA from Srisailam representing the Telugu Desam Party, quickly gained attention after visuals from the scene began circulating on social media.
The employee, identified as Mahesh, works as a toll collector at a toll plaza in Rudravaram village of Pamulapadu mandal along National Highway 340C. According to people present at the site, the situation escalated suddenly on Wednesday when Mahesh was allegedly forced into a car and taken away from the toll plaza premises.
Eyewitnesses said the incident unfolded so quickly that fellow workers and passers-by were left shocked. Within minutes, word spread across the village, and several locals gathered at the spot trying to understand what had happened.
Soon after, videos allegedly showing Mahesh being taken away began circulating online. The clips spread rapidly across social media platforms, sparking concern and debate among locals as well as political observers. Many questioned how such an incident could occur openly at a busy highway toll plaza.
As the news spread, Mahesh’s family members, co-workers, and village elders rushed to the location where he had reportedly been taken. According to local sources, the group intervened and demanded his immediate release. After discussions and mounting pressure from the community, Mahesh was eventually allowed to leave and returned home safely.
Those close to the victim said he appeared shaken but did not suffer serious physical injuries. However, the episode has left residents unsettled and raised questions about what exactly triggered the confrontation.
At this stage, the exact reason behind the alleged kidnapping remains unclear. There has been no official confirmation regarding whether the incident was related to a dispute at the toll plaza, a personal disagreement, or some other issue.
Authorities are expected to examine the viral videos and gather statements from witnesses and those involved. Police officials are likely to record Mahesh’s statement and verify the sequence of events before deciding on further action.
The incident has already drawn attention due to the involvement of a sitting MLA, making it politically sensitive. Cases involving public representatives often attract intense scrutiny, and this one appears no different as people await clarity from the investigation.
For now, the focus remains on understanding what exactly happened at the Rudravaram toll plaza that led to such a dramatic turn of events. Officials are expected to gather more information in the coming days, which may shed light on the circumstances surrounding the alleged abduction.