Andhra Praddesh: In a tragic incident that has shaken the serene village of Bodimalladinne in Andhra Pradesh’s Annamayya district, Narem Rajasekhar Reddy, a prosperous 62-year-old tomato farmer, met a brutal and untimely end. Shortly after a successful tomato harvest, Reddy’s life took a tragic turn when he became the victim of a heinous crime driven by robbery.
Reddy had recently reaped the rewards of his hard work, selling an impressive 70 crates of tomatoes at the Angallu market and earning an astounding sum of Rs 30 lakh. Residing with his wife on their tranquil agricultural land, Reddy’s success was marred by a fateful Tuesday night.
While out on a milk delivery in the village, Reddy was ambushed and overpowered by unknown assailants. They callously tied him to a tree, subjecting him to a horrifying ordeal. With silk thread tightly binding his legs and hands, towels were used to silence him forever, strangling him to his tragic demise.
Left shattered and grieving, Reddy’s wife and two daughters, who reside in Bangalore, now face the indescribable pain of losing a beloved family member. As news of this despicable crime spread, local authorities wasted no time in launching an investigation, determined to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The community, reeling from the loss of an esteemed farmer, demands swift action to ensure that this heart-wrenching incident does not go unpunished. The quest for justice is paramount, seeking to provide solace and closure to Reddy’s grieving family and restore a sense of security to the village.
Meanwhile, the tomato market experiences an unexpected consequence. Prices skyrocket, reaching an unprecedented Rs 144 per kilogram at the Madanapalle tomato market, the largest in Asia. This surge in wholesale prices is anticipated to impact retail prices as well, potentially reaching Rs 150 per kilogram.
The brutal murder of Narem Rajasekhar Reddy serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability that success can bring. It calls for a united front against acts of violence, ensuring the safety and security of those who contribute to the agricultural landscape. As authorities continue their investigation, the hope remains that justice will be served, offering solace to the grieving community and preventing such tragic incidents from recurring.