KONASEEMA: Nineteen persons were arrested in connection with the riots and arson in Amalapuram in Konaseema district over the proposal in renaming the district after Dr. BR Ambedkar. Based on the CCTV footage, video clippings, call data, Whatsapp group messages and social media posts, the police identified more than 70 people. Based on the evidence the police first arrested
Amaravati: While condemning the arson in Amalapuram town, the Andhra Pradesh Home Minister Taneti Vanitha said it is unfortunate that some vested interests have resorted to violence protesting against the proposed renaming of Konaseema district after the architect of Indian Constitution, who she said, is an inspiration to the countrymen. Vanitha alleged that some political